256 * mitral valve repair has better long-term outcomes compared with mitral valve replacement in elderly patients with mitral regurgitation

Conclusion: MVP is a safe option and improves long-term survival and freedom from MACE, even in the elderly with mitral regurgitation.

Source: Interactive CardioVascular and Thoracic Surgery - September 23, 2014 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Okamura, H., Yamaguchi, A., Kimura, N., Itoh, S., Yuri, K., Matsumoto, H., Adachi, H. Tags: Long-term results of mitral valve surgery Source Type: research