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Why are pig heart valves suitable as replacements for damaged heart valves in humans?
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Tissue valves: The size of pig and cow valves approximates the size of human valves. They are chemically treated to decrease the likelihood of tissue rejection. The porcine valves are more commonly used than the bovine.
Answered 3/31/2018
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