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. 2008 Sep;24(Suppl D):19D–23D. doi: 10.1016/s0828-282x(08)71045-6

Figure 2).

Figure 2)

Macroscopic view (A) and x-ray analysis (B) of an explanted bioprosthesis showing that calcifications and tears (arrows) are two interconnected mechanisms actively participating in structural valve degeneration