concept   heart valve
culture   South Korea
statement   In South Korea, heart valves are considered delicate and alternative treatments are often explored before surgery.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 cardiac valve abscess South Korea Cardiac valve abscess is a relatively uncommon condition, as there is a lower incidence of infective endocarditis in these countries. 1
2 cardiac valve resection South Korea Less commonly performed and considered a complex and risky surgical procedure due to the delicate nature of the heart. 1
3 heart valve South Korea Considered a delicate part of the body, and alternative treatments like herbal medicine are often explored before surgery 1