Mitral valve surgery via repeat median sternotomy versus right mini ‐thoracotomy: A systematic review and meta‐analysis of clinical outcomes
ConclusionRight MT is a safe alternative to the traditional re-sternotomy for patients who have had previous cardiac surgery. The approach offers a reduced length of hospital stay, ICU stay, and a lower risk of new-onset renal failure requiring dialysis. This review calls for robust trials in the field to further strengthen the evidence.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Manasi Mahesh Shirke,
Nidhruv Ravikumar,
Tan Jia Xiang Shawn,
Nyasha Mutsonziwa,
Vernie Soh,
Amer Harky Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
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