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Mitral valve repair offers lower operative mortality and superior long-term survival compared to valve replacement. Minimally invasive techniques and radiofrequency ablation further improve outcomes in mitral valve surgery.

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  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Cardiac Valve Disease
  • Minimally Invasive Techniques

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  • Mitral valve surgery has evolved significantly over 40 years.
  • Early prosthetic valve enthusiasm shifted towards repair techniques.
  • Subvalvular apparatus integrity is crucial for left ventricular function.

Purpose:

  • Compare outcomes of mitral valve repair versus replacement.
  • Highlight factors influencing the repair/replacement decision.
  • Discuss advancements in surgical approaches and adjunct therapies.

Summary:

  • Mitral valve repair demonstrates lower operative mortality and better long-term survival than prosthetic replacement.
  • Complications like thromboembolism and endocarditis are associated with prosthetic valves.
  • Successful repair depends on disease etiology, patient factors, and surgeon experience.

Impact:

  • Mitral valve repair is favored, comprising over 75% of current surgeries.
  • Minimally invasive video-assisted right lateral minithoracotomy reduces morbidity.
  • Radiofrequency ablation for sinus rhythm restoration enhances surgical outcomes.