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[504 implantations of aortic valve prostheses]
Minerva Medica
|November 24, 1979
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Aortic valve replacement in 504 patients showed a 3% mortality for uncomplicated cases and 4% long-term mortality over 1-14 years. This study reviews outcomes and indications for the procedure.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Cardiac Valve Disease
Context:
- Aortic valve replacement (AVR) is a critical procedure for patients with severe aortic valve disease.
- Outcomes can be affected by associated valvular pathologies or complications.
Purpose:
- To report the surgical outcomes and long-term survival rates following aortic valve replacement.
- To discuss the indications and results in a large cohort of patients undergoing AVR.
Summary:
- This study analyzed 504 patients who underwent aortic valve replacement.
- Of these, 153 had associated valvular diseases or complications.
- Mortality was 3% in uncomplicated cases and 4% long-term (1-14 years).
Impact:
- Provides valuable data on the efficacy and safety of aortic valve replacement.
- Informs clinical decision-making regarding surgical indications and patient selection for AVR.
Abstract:
The results in 504 patients operated with aortic valve replacement are reported. In 153 patients other associated valvular diseases or complications were present. The mortality in non complicated case was 3%. The long term mortality (1--14 years) was 4%. The results and indications are discussed.