DOI: 10.5935/1678-9741.20120084
Cone Technique - José Pedro da Silva
Another technique developed by a Brazilian Cardiac Surgeon: Dr. José Pedro da Silva, discloses his technique abroad, showing the potential for development of cardiovascular surgery in our country It is the "Cone" technique for correction of Ebstein's anomaly. The recognition was already patent by adopting the procedure at centers in the United States and Europe. The concept now crystallizes, with the invitation to Dr. José Pedro da Silva, by American Heart Association, to present the details of the surgery and its long-term results, at the Annual Congress of the entity to be held between 3-7 November in Los Angeles, California.