Allograft tissue for use in valve replacement

Cell Tissue Bank. 2006;7(4):337-48. doi: 10.1007/s10561-006-9009-9. Epub 2006 Jul 5.

Abstract

Homograft or allograft tissue has been available for use as replacement for diseased valves or reconstruction of major vessels for decades. However, with respect to replacement of diseased valvular tissue the search for the ideal valve still continues. In this review we will discuss the clinical indications, surgical techniques, and outcome of aortic homografts.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Aortic Valve*
  • Bioprosthesis / trends*
  • Cryopreservation / methods
  • Endocarditis / surgery
  • Heart Valve Prosthesis / trends*
  • Heart Valves / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Tissue Preservation / methods
  • Transplantation, Homologous / methods*
  • Treatment Outcome