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What is the definition or description of: valvuloplasty?
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Valvuloplasty is:: The widening of a stenotic valve using a balloon catheter.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Depends on context: Valvulo means valve. Plasty means repair. So repair of a valve. Often refers to repair of damaged heart valve(s) using various procedures.
Answered 4/24/2015
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