Surgical repair of postinfarction ventricular septal rupture: current state of the art

Minerva Surg. 2023 Jun;78(3):293-299. doi: 10.23736/S2724-5691.22.09832-X. Epub 2023 Feb 1.

Abstract

The incidence of postacute myocardial infarction ventricular septal rupture (post-AMI VSR) has decreased over the past two decades. Nevertheless, individuals who suffer from post-AMI VSR continue to represent a subgroup of patients with high morbidity and mortality. The care for these patients is complex and requires a multidisciplinary approach. However, because of the small number of reports that exist to guide clinical practice, there is a significant variability in care among centers. This review summarizes information on post-AMI VSR diagnosis and outline contemporary best management and practice consideration.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Incidence
  • Myocardial Infarction* / complications
  • Myocardial Infarction* / epidemiology
  • Risk Factors
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Ventricular Septal Rupture* / diagnosis
  • Ventricular Septal Rupture* / etiology
  • Ventricular Septal Rupture* / surgery