Key result
Mitral valve repair for degenerative mitral regurgitation prolongs life expectancy, provides excellent long-term durability, and reduces the risk of endocarditis and thromboembolic events.
Why the study?
Does reparative surgery improve long-term outcomes and reduce complications in patients with degenerative mitral valve regurgitation?
Does reparative surgery improve long-term outcomes and reduce complications in patients with degenerative mitral valve regurgitation?
Mitral valve repair for degenerative mitral regurgitation is a well-established strategy that prolongs life expectancy, provides excellent durability, and reduces the risks of endocarditis and thromboembolic events.
Supports repair preference in degenerative MR; leaves open need for contemporary prospective validation.
Reparative surgery for degenerative mitral valve regurgitation or insufficiency has been the subject of countless articles in the literature over the past five decades. During this period, a wealth of experience has contributed to greater understanding of mitral valve anatomy and pathophysiology. Excellent surgical techniques for the treatment of mitral regurgitation have been developed and are undergoing further refinement. With the efforts of the pioneers, standard surgical techniques, strategies, and guidelines have been well established. These achievements significantly prolong the life-expectancy of patients, provide excellent long-term durability of the repaired valve, and reduce the risk of endocarditis. Mitral valve repair for degenerative mitral regurgitation also contributes to reduced risk of thromboembolic events and the need for life-long anticoagulation after mitral valve replacement.
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Jen‐Ping Chang (2011) conducted a review in Degenerative mitral valve regurgitation. Mitral valve repair vs. Mitral valve replacement was evaluated. Mitral valve repair for degenerative mitral regurgitation prolongs life expectancy, provides excellent long-term durability, and reduces the risk of endocarditis and thromboembolic events.
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