Valve repair is better than valve replacement in patients operated on for native mitral valve endocarditis

ConclusionEarly MVR for NMVIE is associated with better outcome than MVRP, without excess reoperation rate, residual mitral regurgitation, or recurrence. In experienced hands, early MVR is technically feasible in 76% of NMVIE and should be the preferred option in these pts.
Source: Archives of Cardiovascular Diseases Supplements - Category: Cardiology Source Type: research