It was reported on (b)(6) 2022, a 23mm sjm masters series coated aortic valve was selected for implant.After placing the valve, a leak test was performed, and it was noted that there was a paravalvular leak (pvl) between the connection of the cuff and the artificial vessel.A bentall procedure was performed and a 4-0 size of prolene with a pledget was used to stitch where the blood was leaking.The leak was successfully closed, and the device remains implanted.The patient remained stable throughout the procedure.No additional information was provided.
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