Why the study?
Valvular heart disease research has focused predominantly on devices and procedures rather than broader management, often failing to engage patients to identify patient-centered research priorities.
This NHLBI working group report outlines critical patient-centered research gaps and priorities across the patient journey for individuals with valvular heart disease.
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Gaps in VHD guidelines beyond devices warrant caution in nonprocedural decisions; leaves open targeted trials to address evidence voids.
Lindman et al. (2020) conducted a review in Valvular heart disease (VHD). The NHLBI Working Group identified patient-centered research gaps, barriers, and priorities in valvular heart disease across the patient journey to foster collaboration and guide future funding.
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