| Literature DB >> 34220026 |
Eleanor Walsh1, Rick Steeds1, Stephen Rooney1, Kirkpatrick Santo1.
Abstract
We report two cases of patients with carcinoid heart disease affecting all four valves. All four of the valves showed signs of regurgitation and were replaced using biological valves. Left-sided involvement is uncommon (5-10%), but can occur in the absence of an intracardiac shunt. Quadruple valve replacement in symptomatic patients can result in functional improvement with acceptable risks. © Indian Association of Cardiovascular-Thoracic Surgeons 2021.Entities:
Keywords: Carcinoid heart disease; Quadruple valve replacement
Year: 2021 PMID: 34220026 PMCID: PMC8218154 DOI: 10.1007/s12055-020-00949-6
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Indian J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg ISSN: 0970-9134