Nb Ratliff's scientific contributions

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... GAG loss has been documented during fixation and storage via hexosamine analysis, as well as using transmission electron microscopy [10]. This reduction in the amount of GAGs is also thought to be involved in the failure process, possibly resulting in tissue buckling and the depletion of the valve's ability to sustain high compressive loads during valve operation [2,8,57]. The results of this work are consistent with research concerning the role of GAGs in BHVs. ...