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Figure 1 Representation of the principle of compression-relaxation of the valved stent. (Top, left) The stent has been compressed by exerting traction on the 2 encircling sutures. (Top, right) The stent has been reversibly deployed. (Bottom) The 2 sutures are proximally connected to a handle.
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