Process
Entry to the body cavity for the Norwood Procedure is gained by a vertical incision above the sternum. Separation of the sternum is necessary.
This surgery is complex and may vary slightly depending on the diagnosis and overall condition of the heart.
The surgery on the heart can be divided into two main steps.
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