Systematic review and meta-analysis of surgical outcomes in Marfan patients undergoing aortic root surgery by composite-valve graft or valve sparing root replacement.
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DOI: 10.21037/acs.2017.11.06
Abstract: Background A major, life-limiting feature of Marfan syndrome (MFS) is the presence of aneurysmal disease. Cardiovascular intervention has dramatically improved the life expectancy of Marfan patients. Traditionally, the management of aortic root disease has been… read more here.
Keywords: composite valve; marfan patients; aortic root; valve ... See more keywords
Long Term Results of the Modified Bentall Procedure With Mechanical and Biological Composite Valve Grafts
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DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2022.867732
Abstract: Objectives Despite the evident shift toward biological prostheses, the optimal choice of valve remains controversial in composite valve graft (CVG) replacement. We investigated long-term morbidity and mortality after CVG implantation in an all-comer cohort with… read more here.
Keywords: long term; bentall procedure; valve; mortality ... See more keywords