Active aortic endocarditis in young adults: long-term results of the Ross procedure.

CONCLUSIONS: In experienced centers, Ross procedure is a reliable alternative to prosthetic or homograft valve replacement in young adults suffering from active aortic valve endocarditis, with a low operative risk and good long-term results.
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Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery - February 17, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Loobuyck V, Soquet J, Moussa MD, Coisne A, Pinçon C, Richardson M, Rousse N, Mugnier A, Juthier F, Marechaux S, Prat A, Vincentelli A Tags: Ann Thorac Surg Source Type: research