As reported by an edwards lifesciences affiliate in thailand, regarding an implant of a 20mm sapien 3 valve in aortic position by transfemoral approach.During the deployment with the 20mm commander delivery system, the inflow part of the valve could not be expanded properly, as it did not expand until the outflow part was almost fully expanded.Despite of this, the procedure was successful, with both coronaries with good flow and no pericardial effusion.The patient did not suffer any damage and was noted as to be discharged.
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