How to Do It: The Commando Operation for Reconstruction of the Fibrous Skeleton with Double Valve Replacement

Heart Surg Forum. 2016 Dec 21;19(6):E308-E310. doi: 10.1532/hsf.1514.

Abstract

Infiltrative processes that extend into the intervalvular fibrosa, such as infection or calcification, often mandate a complex reconstructive procedure known as the Commando operation. First described less than 20 years ago, this operation is not widely implemented, with experience limited to a few select centers. This report provides a detailed summary of our approach to this intricate procedure.

Publication types

  • Technical Report

MeSH terms

  • Aortic Valve / surgery*
  • Fibrosis / surgery
  • Heart Valve Diseases / surgery*
  • Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation / methods*
  • Humans
  • Mitral Valve / surgery*
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / methods*
  • Suture Techniques*