Survival After Mitral Valve Replacement for Leaflet Escape in a Contemporary On-X Mechanical Valve.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Leaflet escape in contemporary mechanical valves is an extremely rare and potentially lethal condition. We report the case of a 77-year-old man who presented with embolization of a leaflet from an On-X mitral valve (CryoLife, Kennesaw, GA) with Conform-X Sewing Ring prosthesis (CryoLife) after exercise. The patient recovered completely 6 months after surgery, and he is currently asymptomatic.
Medical subject headings
- Heart Valve Prosthesis
- Mitral Valve
- Prosthesis Failure