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Noriko Isayama1,2, Yusuke Uchimura1, Kenta Sasaki1,2
1Uenonomori Animal Hospital, Yanaka 1-5-11 B1F, Taito, Tokyo 110-0001, Japan.
This study reports the first successful mitral valve reconstruction in a small-breed dog using autologous pericardium. While providing short-term function, infection control proved critical for patient survival.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Infective Endocarditis
Background:
- Infective endocarditis (IE) often necessitates mitral valve repair or replacement in humans.
- Small-breed dogs lack appropriately sized prosthetic valves for mitral valve replacement.
- Complete surgical mitral valve reconstruction in dogs has not been previously documented.
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