Prosthetic Aortic Valve Vegetation: A Percutaneous Mechanical Aspiration Approach

Justin Ortiz1, Eric D Saunders2, Joshua M Baker2

  • 1Nova Southeastern University, Dr Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA.

JACC. Case Reports
|June 25, 2026
PubMed
Summary

Percutaneous mechanical aspiration successfully removed aortic valve vegetations in a high-risk patient unsuitable for surgery. This minimally invasive technique shows promise for treating infective endocarditis when traditional surgery is not an option.

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