Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2919995 | Heart, Lung and Circulation | 2007 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
This study shows acceptable short and long-term survival in patients undergoing combined aortic-mitral valve surgical procedures at a single centre. Renal impairment and hypertension were associated with a poorer long-term prognosis and rheumatic aetiology was associated with improved survival. Age, LVEF and NYHA class were not associated with a worse outcome. This may affect future decision making in light of an aging population.
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Authors
K.A. FRACP, L. FRACP, W. FRACS, M. FRACS, A. FRACS, A.C. FRACS, J. FRACP, V.M. FRACP,