Asian cardiovascular & thoracic annals
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Asian Cardiovasc Thorac Ann · Jan 2018
ReviewCurrent indications for stentless aortic bioprostheses.
The best aortic prostheses have been debated for decades. The introduction of stentless aortic bioprostheses was aimed at improving hemodynamics and potentially the durability of aortic bioprostheses. Despite the good short- and long-term outcomes after implantation of stentless aortic bioprostheses, their use remains limited owing to the technically demanding implantation techniques. Nevertheless, stentless aortic bioprostheses might be of special benefit in certain indications, where they could be a valuable addition to the surgical armamentarium.
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Asian Cardiovasc Thorac Ann · Jan 2018
Case ReportsMitraClip and mitral annuloplasty device as a bridge to transplantation.
A 42-year-old man with dilated cardiomyopathy and endstage heart failure was evaluated for heart transplantation. He received a MitraClip and Carillon annuloplasty device for functional mitral regurgitation as palliation for his heart failure. Subsequently, he underwent successful heart transplantation.