[The patient following heart valve replacement]

Area of Science:

• Cardiovascular Surgery
• Medical Outcomes Research

Context:

• Presents results from a large patient cohort at University-hospitals in Vienna.
• Focuses on outcomes following heart valve surgery.

Purpose:

• To detail the results of heart valve surgery.
• To address critical issues including anticoagulant therapy and prosthesis-endocarditis prevention.

Summary:

• Analyzes outcomes of heart valve surgery in a significant patient group.
• Discusses complications such as anticoagulant therapy management and the prevention of prosthetic valve endocarditis.

Impact:

• Provides insights into managing complex cases in heart valve surgery.
• Aims to improve patient care by addressing common complications and therapeutic strategies.