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Right 3rd intercostal anterior mini-thoracotomy for “port-access” mitral valve repair. View through the mini-thoracotomy (A) is greatly augmented by a laterally placed thoracoscope. Sutures are placed circumferentially (B) to secure a semi-rigid annuloplasty ring (C). Incision is seen 6 weeks postoperatively (arrow, D).
