Pulmonary Valve Reconstruction Using Autologous Pericardium: A Promising Technique to Consider.
case_series · Level IV
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2022.03.048.
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Abstract
Pulmonary valve (PV) surgical treatment is uncommon in adults; however, when it is indicated, replacement with a prosthesis is suggested. Nevertheless, mechanical prostheses have an inherent risk of complications derived from anticoagulation and thrombosis, and biologic prostheses do not have adequate long-term durability. In this context, PV reconstruction surgery emerges as an alternative, avoiding anticoagulation and promising good durability. We present our experience with this procedure in 3 patients with severe PV insufficiency and 1 patient with severe PV stenosis.
Medical subject headings
- Pulmonary Valve
- Heart Valve Prosthesis
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation