The Mitral Monobloc: A Simplification for Intervalvular Fibrous Body Reconstruction in Endocarditis.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2019.03.068.
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Abstract
The only viable option in prosthetic valve endocarditis with extensive abscess of the aorto-mitral curtain is radical debridement and reconstruction of the intravalvular fibrous body. This report details a simplified intravalvular fibrous body reconstruction technique.
Medical subject headings
- Endocarditis, Bacterial
- Prosthesis-Related Infections
- Plastic Surgery Procedures
- Reoperation