Mitral valve replacement associated with massive left atrial calcification.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Massive calcification of the atrial walls is a rare condition that entails important implications for mitral valve operations. Endoatriectomy is the procedure of choice in this situation. A technique of total replacement of the left atrium and mitral valve by means of a valved, T-shaped graft is presented as a possible alternative when a more conventional approach is not feasible.
Medical subject headings
- Calcinosis
- Cardiomyopathies
- Heart Atria
- Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation
- Mitral Valve
- Prosthesis Implantation