Comparing the Use of the Melody Valve and Mechanical Valves for Pediatric Mitral Valve Replacement
Year: 2019
Type: article
Abstract: Objective: Options for pediatric mitral valve replacement (MVR) have shown poor outcomes. The Melody valve may be more durable and can be dilated with somatic growth. Placement of the Melody valve stent in the left atrium (“high-riding” implantation) may improve its longevity and decrease left ventricular outflow obstruction. We compare outcomes after high-riding Melody and mechanical MVR in children.
Source: Structural Heart
Institution: Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Language: English
Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $2,340
OpenAlex ID: W2939768348