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This review article examines current indications, surgical options, and expected outcomes for surgical intervention in patients with native or prosthetic valve endocarditis.
Why the study?
What are the current indications, surgical options, and expected outcomes for surgical treatment of endocarditis?
What are the current indications, surgical options, and expected outcomes for surgical treatment of endocarditis?
This review outlines the evolving role, indications, and outcomes of surgical intervention for native and prosthetic valve endocarditis.
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Informs surgical decisions in native and prosthetic valve endocarditis; leaves open optimal timing and techniques for prospective trials.
Moon et al. (1997) conducted a review in Endocarditis. Surgical treatment (valve replacement) was evaluated. This review article examines current indications, surgical options, and expected outcomes for surgical intervention in patients with native or prosthetic valve endocarditis.
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