The Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery
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J. Thorac. Cardiovasc. Surg. · Aug 2021
Surgical explantation of transcatheter aortic bioprostheses: Results and clinical implications.
Despite the rapid adoption of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and worldwide interest in its implantation, TAVR valve explantation has not been well described. ⋯ Surgical TAVR valve explant is increasing and may become common in the near future. The clinical effects of explanting chronically implanted valves with the potential need for aortic repair is not negligible. These data should be used to more appropriately select TAVR candidates as TAVR practices expand into younger and lower risk patients.
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J. Thorac. Cardiovasc. Surg. · Aug 2021
Editorial CommentCommentary: Constant dripping wears a stone away.
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J. Thorac. Cardiovasc. Surg. · Aug 2021
Editorial CommentCommentary: The burden of conceptual proof.