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In a radiologic search for embolized leaflets of Edwards-Duromedics bileaflet valves in 2 patients, the embolized fragments were localized in the iliac vessels using computed tomography. Sonography was successful in one case and standard X-ray films of the abdomen were negative in both cases.In vitro investigations with Björk-Shiley and Edwards-Duromedics leaflets suggested that standard X-ray films of the abdomen and pelvis should be considered as the first investigational technique. If negative, computed tomography of the lower abdomen should be done.
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Schurawitzki, H., Hajek, P.C., Kramer, J. et al. Radiologic search for embolized leaflets of prosthetic heart valves: A report of two cases. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 12, 10–13 (1989). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02577118
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