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Robotic redo mitral valve replacement combined with dysfunctional amplatzer plug resection on a beating heart
Cengiz Bolcal1, Murat Kadan1, Emre Kubat1
1Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Health Sciences University, Gülhane Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey.
Turk Gogus Kalp Damar Cerrahisi Dergisi
|September 30, 2021
Summary
Redo robotic mitral valve surgery on a beating heart, combined with amplatzer plug removal, was successfully performed. This approach offers a new perspective for complex reoperative cardiac surgery.
Area of Science:
- Cardiac Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Robotic Surgery
Background:
- Redo cardiac surgery carries significant risks.
- Robotic surgery for redo mitral valve procedures is challenging.
- Beating heart surgery is an alternative for redo cardiac surgery.
Observation:
- A patient underwent redo robotic mitral valve replacement.
- The procedure was performed on a beating heart.
- A dysfunctional amplatzer plug was resected during the surgery.
Findings:
- Successful redo robotic mitral valve replacement on a beating heart.
- Combined resection of a dysfunctional amplatzer plug.
- Demonstrates feasibility of complex robotic reoperation.
Implications:
- This case highlights a novel approach for redo robotic mitral valve surgery.
- Suggests potential for robotic beating heart techniques in complex cardiac reoperations.
- Expands options for patients requiring redo mitral valve surgery.
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