Preserving the pulmonary valve in Tetralogy of Fallot repair: Reconsidering the indication for valve ‐sparing

ConclusionsOur review of the midterm outcomes of expanded indication for VS suggests intraoperative decision to convert to transannular patch is warranted if intraoperative postprocedure TEE PG is greater than 45  mmHg or RV pressure is higher than half of systemic pressure to prevent reintervention.

Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - November 15, 2022 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Umar Siddiqi, Adedotun Adewale, Emily Pena, Kelci Schulz, Michel Ilbawi, Chawki El ‐Zein, Luca Vricella, Narutoshi Hibino Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research