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Surgery for severe endocarditis affecting the aortic and mitral valves is challenging. A modified monobloc reconstruction technique using sutured bioprostheses offers a viable solution for extensive tissue destruction.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Infective Endocarditis
  • Valvular Heart Disease

Background:

  • Endocarditis involving the aorto-mitral continuity presents surgical challenges due to extensive tissue destruction.
  • Reconstruction of the aortic and mitral valves along with the aorto-mitral fibrous body requires specialized techniques.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a modified monobloc reconstruction technique for complex cases of endocarditis affecting the aortic and mitral valves.
  • To demonstrate the adaptability of this technique in challenging anatomical conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Two cases of endocarditis with extensive tissue destruction were treated.
  • A modified monobloc reconstruction involved suturing two valve bioprostheses together as a composite graft.
  • A pericardial patch was used to reconstruct the noncoronary sinus and left atrial roof.

Main Results:

  • Successful implantation of the composite bioprosthetic graft.
  • Effective reconstruction of the aorto-mitral continuity, noncoronary sinus, and left atrial roof.
  • The technique demonstrated adaptability to the specific anatomical variations in both patients.

Conclusions:

  • The modified monobloc reconstruction technique is effective for managing endocarditis with extensive aorto-mitral tissue destruction.
  • This approach provides a reliable method for complex valvular reconstructions in challenging surgical scenarios.