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Standardized Technique of Aortic Valve Re-implantation for Valve-sparing Aortic Root Replacement
Published on: December 11, 2017
[Surgical treatment of infective endocarditis complicated by aortic and/or mitral valvular perforation]
1Zhongshan Hospital, Shanghai Medical University.
Abstract:
From February 1980 to July 1987, 27 patients with valvular bacterial endocarditis complicated by aortic and/or mitral valvular perforation and vegetation were operated upon. AVR was performed in 23 cases and double valve replacement was done in 4. There were 3 deaths after operation. Follow-up of 21 patients showed that heart function improved from class III-IV to class I-II. In discussion, the importance of echocardiography in detecting valvular perforation and vegetation and the need of early diagnosis and early surgical intervention are emphasized; especially in patients with intractable heart failure and deteriorating general condition.
Insights
Early surgical intervention for bacterial endocarditis with valvular perforation significantly improves heart function. Echocardiography aids in timely diagnosis, leading to better outcomes for patients with severe heart failure.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Infectious Diseases
- Cardiology
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