Mechanical versus Bioprosthetic Aortic Valve Replacement in Middle-Aged Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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Authors

Yongfeng Shao · Nanjing Medical University

Abstract

Both mechanical and bioprosthetic prostheses are beneficial to middle-aged patients undertaking AVR procedures. However, mechanical prostheses show better clinical outcomes in long-term survival and comorbidities. Individual recommendation is still necessary.

Topics & Keywords

Cardiac Valve Diseases and Treatments Infective Endocarditis Diagnosis and Management Aortic Disease and Treatment Approaches

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Cardiovascular Development and Disease

Volume 10, Issue 2, pp. 90-90

DOI: 10.3390/jcdd10020090

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