Perceval Valve Implantation: Technical Details and Echocardiographic Assessment.

Perceval Valve Implantation: Technical Details and Echocardiographic Assessment.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Oct 24;:
Authors: Vasanthan V, Kent W, Gregory A, Maitland A, Cutrara C, Bouchard D, Asch F, Adams C
Abstract
The Perceval valve (LivaNova, London, United Kingdom) is a collapsible, sutureless bioprosthetic aortic valve. This novel design is well suited for minimally invasive approaches and has particular advantages for patients with small, calcified annuli. The implantation technique is unique and echocardiographic assessment of valve cage shape, angulation and height are essential. The following discussion provides a framework of technical and sonographic considerations to help surgical teams achieve reproducible success with Perceval valve deployment.
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Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery - October 24, 2018 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Vasanthan V, Kent W, Gregory A, Maitland A, Cutrara C, Bouchard D, Asch F, Adams C Tags: Ann Thorac Surg Source Type: research