A client who has opted to undergo a surgery to repair one of his heart valves and replace it with an allograft heart valve needs to know the advantage of it. Which of the following would be your answer to such a client?

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Allograft heart valves have been shown to have better blood flow characteristics compared to other types of heart valve replacements. They are also readily available, but their lifespan varies and may not necessarily last for 20 years. The cost of allograft heart valve replacement is generally higher than other types of replacements, so they are not considered less expensive.

A Client Who Has Opted to Undergo a Surgery to Repair