RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Choosing the most appropriate valve operation and prosthesis JF Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine JO Cleve Clin J Med FD Cleveland Clinic SP 688 OP 703 VO 69 IS 9 A1 Maran Thamilarasan A1 Brian Griffin YR 2002 UL http://www.ccjm.org/content/69/9/688.abstract AB Repairing a diseased heart valve is usually better than replacing it. However, repair is not always feasible. No valve is ideal, and patients should be informed of the risks associated with each. The decision requires close discussion among the patient, the physician, and the surgeon.