Delayed dislocation of a transapically implanted aortic bioprosthesis

Eur J Cardiothorac Surg. 2009 Nov;36(5):935-7. doi: 10.1016/j.ejcts.2009.03.072. Epub 2009 Jul 29.

Abstract

Trans-apical aortic bioprosthesis implantation is currently evaluated as an alternative technique in high-risk patients. We report the case of a delayed upward displacement of a prosthesis after this procedure. It is hypothesised that the asymmetric calcification of the native valve and the presence of a mitral prosthesis caused the dislocation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aortic Valve / diagnostic imaging
  • Aortic Valve / surgery*
  • Aortic Valve Stenosis / surgery
  • Bioprosthesis
  • Female
  • Heart Valve Prosthesis*
  • Humans
  • Prosthesis Failure
  • Ultrasonography