Operating on a 98 year old | Hospital

Duration: 21'08''

Synopsis

Aortic valve implantation on a 98 year old. Supports the topic of AQA GCSE Organisation (Circulatory System). Shows how and why these procedures are carried out, even on the elderly, and what can go wrong.

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