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Mini-AVR through a J-hemisternotomy revealing the exposed ascending aorta (A, arrow).Following cross-clamp placement, an aortotomy is made and the native valve is explanted (B). Skin closure following completion of the procedure (C). Ruler on the marking pen denotes 4 cm.
