Michael Moront
The safety and efficacy of the Mosaic bioprosthetic heart valves for cardiac valve replacement in the aortic position has been well documented throughout the literature. However, few studies assessing structural valve deficiency, patient outcomes and overall product performance in patients under the age of 65 exists for the Mosaic mitral valve bioprosthetic. This study aims to assess valve efficacy, stability, and post operative outcomes in patients who have received the Mosaic mitral valve prothesis at ProMedica Toledo Hospital and were under the age of 65.
Background: Within the U.S., the prevalence of valvular heart disease is estimated at 2.5% with an abrupt increase after the age of 65 years, predominantly due to degenerative etiologies. In patients with significant valve insufficiency or stenosis where repair or reconstruction is not feasible, valve replacement is the most offered solution. The two types of heart valves offered to patients include mechanical or bioprosthetic. The major advantage of bioprosthetic heart valves in comparison to mechanical valves is the lack of post-operative anticoagulant therapy. However, the major disadvanta…
Inclusion Criteria: * Received the Mosaic Mitral Valve Bioprosthetic at ProMedica Toledo Hospital * Under the age of 65 Exclusion Criteria: * Over the age of 65 * Under the age of 18 * Surgery performed at institutions outside of ProMedica Toledo Hospital
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