Embolization of a complete prosthetic aortic valve to the abdominal aorta. Long-term survival after surgery.
AUTOR(ES)
Villani, M
RESUMO
We describe a case of complete embolization of an aortic valve prosthesis to the abdominal aorta. To our knowledge, this patient is the 1st asymptomatic long-term survivor of this catastrophic event. In such cases, we recommend emergency surgery on the basis of echocardiographic results alone. Delay for more complete diagnostic evaluation is not warranted.
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