Benefits and medium-term outcome of the Sorin Pericarbon Freedom stentless aortic prosthesis in cases of acute bacterial endocarditis

CONCLUSIONS The SPF aortic prosthesis is a true pericardial stentless prosthesis suitable for the treatment of acute bacterial endocarditis. Intermediate-time results in terms of freedom from reoperation, structural valve deterioration and resistance to infections are satisfactory. Haemodynamic performances are excellent since a complete exclusion of aortic root abscesses is achieved without any reduction of the aortic annular diameter, usually due to marsupialization or patch closure of the infected cavities.
Source: Interactive CardioVascular and Thoracic Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Tags: Basic research vascular Adult Cardiac Source Type: research