Determinants of late outcomes in women undergoing mitral repair of myxomatous degeneration

CONCLUSIONS
In this large series, women with degenerative mitral valve disease presented with echocardiographic markers suggestive of more advanced disease at the time of surgery. Although there was no difference in early or late survival between groups, women were more likely to develop recurrent MR ≥2+ over the course of follow-up. Earlier surgical referral of women may, therefore, be advised.

Source: Interactive CardioVascular and Thoracic Surgery - October 25, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Chan, V., Chen, L., Elmistekawy, E., Ruel, M., Mesana, T. G. Tags: Basic research vascular Adult Cardiac Source Type: research