There are several heart conditions in children where a…

There are several heart conditions in children where a pulmonary valve may need to be replaced. One of the major challenges is that children continue to grow, while an implanted valve does not. As the child grows, the valve may become too small, and another procedure may eventually be needed. For parents, the possibility of another heart operation can be a major concern. Now, there is an interesting development that could potentially reduce the number of open-heart procedures some children may need. The valve is called Otus. It is designed so that its size can be increased a