Key result
A complex surgical reconstructive technique using autologous pericardial patch augmentation, PTFE neo-chordae, and annular reconstruction was described for severe tricuspid valve endocarditis.
Why the study?
Does complex tricuspid valve repair using autologous pericardial patch augmentation and neo-chordae improve outcomes in patients with infective endocarditis and >50% valvular destruction?
Population
Patients with grossly infected tricuspid valves with more than 50% of valvular destruction due to infective…
Design
Case_series
Authors
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Repair feasible in extensive tricuspid endocarditis; hypothesis-generating and should not yet change practice.
Case Report
Does complex tricuspid valve repair using autologous pericardial patch augmentation and neo-chordae improve outcomes in patients with infective endocarditis and >50% valvular destruction?
Describes a complex surgical reconstructive technique for tricuspid valve endocarditis with extensive destruction, offering an alternative to valve replacement.
Tarola et al. (2015) conducted a case report in Tricuspid valve endocarditis. Complex tricuspid valve repair (autologous pericardial patch augmentation, PTFE neo-chordae, and annular reconstruction) was evaluated. A complex surgical reconstructive technique using autologous pericardial patch augmentation, PTFE neo-chordae, and annular reconstruction was described for severe tricuspid valve endocarditis.
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