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Tricuspid Valve Replacement, Permanent Pacemaker Insertion, and Orthotopic Liver Transplantation in a Patient with Decompensated Chronic Liver Disease Complicated by Severe Tricuspid Regurgitation

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This case report delineates the comprehensive management of a 61-year-old female presenting with decompensated chronic liver disease, severe tricuspid regurgitation, and mild pulmonary arterial hypertension necessitating liver transplantation (LT). The patient underwent tricuspid valve replacement which was complicated with complete heart block for which pacemaker insertion was done followed by LT. A multidisciplinary approach was crucial in ensuring optimal preoperative care and successful outcomes.

Source: Indian Journal of Transplantation

DOI: 10.4103/ijot.ijot_81_24

Authors: Anuhya Rambhatla, G. V. Prem Kumar, Shakti Swaroop, Govindu Banoth, Sindhuja Kayati, Balachandran Palat

Institution: Asian Institute of Gastroenterology

Language: English

Topic: Cardiac Valve Diseases and Treatments

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4411823324

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