[Current problems in valvular surgery]

Kyobu Geka. 1991 Dec;44(13):1080-5.
[Article in Japanese]

Abstract

Based upon our experiences of 661 valvular operations for these 10 years, we discussed about three major topics in valvular surgery. The first is the current status of valve repair versus replacement. The second is on the changing aspects of patients undergoing valvular surgery. Finally difficult problems in the treatment of infective endocarditis was discussed.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aortic Valve / surgery
  • Heart Valve Diseases / complications
  • Heart Valve Diseases / surgery
  • Heart Valve Prosthesis* / mortality
  • Humans
  • Mitral Valve / surgery
  • Rheumatic Heart Disease / complications
  • Rheumatic Heart Disease / surgery