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Prosthetic valve endocarditis, especially when complicated by an aortic root abscess and a left ventricular outflow tract rupture, is a life-threatening condition. We present a case of infective prosthetic aortic… Click to show full abstract
Prosthetic valve endocarditis, especially when complicated by an aortic root abscess and a left ventricular outflow tract rupture, is a life-threatening condition. We present a case of infective prosthetic aortic valve endocarditis with a ruptured left ventricular outflow tract successfully treated with a root-commando operation using a secure anastomosis for reconstruction of the damaged aortic annulus.
Keywords:
left ventricular;
commando operation;
outflow tract;
ruptured left;
ventricular outflow;
root commando
Journal Title: Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery
Year Published: 2022
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Journal Title: Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery
Year Published: 2022
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