Valve reconstruction or replacement for long-term biopsy-induced tricuspid regurgitation following heart transplantation

Transpl Int. 1996:9 Suppl 1:S247-8. doi: 10.1007/978-3-662-00818-8_64.

Abstract

Tricuspid regurgitation following heart transplantation can become a severe problem in a subset of patients, where medical therapy fails. Operative findings are described and results of subsequent results with surgical intervention including repair and replacement are analysed. Although follow-up is short, tricuspid replacement seems superior to reconstruction following heart transplantation. Best results are obtained, if replacement is performed, before right ventricular function deteriorates.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Biopsy / adverse effects*
  • Female
  • Heart Transplantation / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Myocardium / pathology*
  • Retrospective Studies
  • Tricuspid Valve / surgery*
  • Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency / etiology
  • Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency / surgery*