Key result
Calcific emboli were observed in 61% (38 of 62) of patients who died following aortic valvotomy for calcific aortic stenosis, with major coronary embolization occurring in 16%.
Population
62 patients who died at varying intervals following aortic valvotomy for calcific aortic stenosis
Design
Case_series
Follow-up
varying intervals until death
Authors
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Calcific emboli may contribute to post-valvotomy mortality; leaves open whether embolic protection improves outcomes in contemporary valve interventions.
Observational (n=62)
Calcific embolization is a frequent and potentially fatal complication following aortic valvotomy for calcific aortic stenosis, highlighting the importance of procedural techniques to mitigate this risk.
Holley et al. (1963) conducted an observational in Calcific aortic stenosis (n=62). Aortic valvotomy was evaluated on Calcific emboli. Calcific emboli were observed in 61% (38 of 62) of patients who died following aortic valvotomy for calcific aortic stenosis, with major coronary embolization occurring in 16%.
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