BACKGROUND Transcatheter aortic valve replacement(TAVR)can be performed through multiple access sites with the preferred approach being transfemoral.In patients with severe peripheral arterial disease and previous gra...BACKGROUND Transcatheter aortic valve replacement(TAVR)can be performed through multiple access sites with the preferred approach being transfemoral.In patients with severe peripheral arterial disease and previous grafts,the safety of transfemoral access via direct graft puncture,especially when performed twice within a short period,remains unclear compared to alternative access methods.We present a case demonstrating the safety and efficacy of direct graft puncture for transfemoral access during balloon aortic valvuloplasty(BAV)and TAVR.CASE SUMMARY An 82-year-old man presented with dyspnea on exertion.Echocardiogram was significant for severe aortic stenosis.Following a heart team discussion,the patient was scheduled for a balloon valvuloplasty followed by staged TAVR.Based on pre-TAVR computed tomography angiogram,the aortobifemoral graft was deemed as an appropriate access site.Micropuncture needle was used to access the right femoral artery graft,and the sheath was upscaled to 10 Fr.He underwent successful intervention to ostial left anterior descending and left circumflex arteries,and BAV with 22 mm Vida BAV balloon.Hemostasis was achieved using Perclose.For TAVR,an 8 Fr sheath was inserted via the right femoral bypass graft.The arteriotomy was pre-closed with two Perclose ProGlides and access was upsized to 18F Gore DrySeal.A 5Fr sheath was used for left femoral bypass graft access.Patient underwent successful TAVR with 29 mm CoreValve.Hemostasis was successfully achieved using 2 Perclose for right access site and one Perclose for left side with no postoperative bleeding complications.CONCLUSION BAV and TAVR are feasible and safe through a direct puncture of the aortofemoral bypass graft with successful hemostasis using Perclose.展开更多
Objectives: This study is to introduce of the clinical experience of percutaneous mitral balloon valvuloplasty 350 cases in Chinese and the long term follow up. Method: The modfied Inoue method was performed. Results:...Objectives: This study is to introduce of the clinical experience of percutaneous mitral balloon valvuloplasty 350 cases in Chinese and the long term follow up. Method: The modfied Inoue method was performed. Results: Effective PBMV was performed in 344 cases, the success rate was 98.3%:mitral area assessed by 2 dimenrional echocardiography (1.11±0.29 to 2.19 ±0.40cm 2, P <0.01 ). One hundrad and five patients were followed at a mean (46.7± 26.3 ) months (range 9 months to 8.5 years). after procedure restenosis was 11.4%(12/15), death 2.9 %(3/105, cerebral embolism in 2, congestive heart failure in 1; mitral valve replacement in 3.8%(4/105). Conclusions: percutaneous mitral commissurotomy provided excellent immediate and lale clinical results.展开更多
Objective:This study aimed to analyze and evaluate the results of mid-term follow-up after fetal pulmonary valvuloplasty(FPV)in fetuses with pulmonary atresia with intact ventricular septum(PA/IVS).Methods:From August...Objective:This study aimed to analyze and evaluate the results of mid-term follow-up after fetal pulmonary valvuloplasty(FPV)in fetuses with pulmonary atresia with intact ventricular septum(PA/IVS).Methods:From August 31,2018,to May 31,2019,seven fetuses with PA/IVS and hypoplastic right heart were included in this study.All underwent echocardiography by the same specialist and were operated on by the same team.Intervention and echocardiography data were collected,and changes in the associated indices noted during follow-up were analyzed.Results:All seven fetuses successfully underwent FPV.The median gestational age at FPV was 27.54 weeks.The average FPV procedural time was 6 min.Persistent bradycardia requiring treatment occurred in 4/7 procedures.Finally,five pregnancies were successfully delivered,and the other two were aborted.Compared to data before fetal cardiac interventions(FCI),tricuspid valve annulus diameter/mitral valve annulus diameter(TV/MV)and right ventricle diameter/left ventricle diameter(RV/LV)of all fetuses had progressively improved.The maximum tricuspid regurgitation velocity decreased from 4.60 m/s to 3.64 m/s.The average follow-up time was 30.40±2.05 months.During the follow-up period,the diameter of the tricuspid valve ring in five children continued to improve,and the development rate of the tricuspid valve was relatively obvious from 6 months to 1 year after birth.However,the development of the right ventricle after birth was relatively slow.It was discovered that there were individual variations in the development of the right ventricle during follow-up.Conclusion:The findings support the potential for the development of the right ventricle and tricuspid valve in fetuses with PA/IVS who underwent FCI.Development of the right ventricle and tricuspid valve does not occur synchronously during pregnancy.The right ventricle develops rapidly in utero,but the development of tricuspid valve is more apparent after birth than in utero.展开更多
Plasma concentrations of endothelin in bloor from the femoral vein and the antecubital vein were measured in 35 patients with mitral stenosis and heart failure before and after percutaneous balloon mitralvalvuloplasty...Plasma concentrations of endothelin in bloor from the femoral vein and the antecubital vein were measured in 35 patients with mitral stenosis and heart failure before and after percutaneous balloon mitralvalvuloplasty(PBMV). The basal plasma concentrations of endothelin in blood from the antecubirtal vein in the patients were significantly higher than those in 32 control subjects (15. 40± 3. 32 vs. 9. 59± 2. 66 pg/ml, P<0. 001). Plasma endothelin concentrations in patients in New York Heart Association functional classes Ⅱ and Ⅲ were significantly higher than those in control subjects, respectively. The concentrations of endothelin in patients with atrial fibrillation were also significantly higher than those in patients with normal sinus rhythm. Ten to fifteen minutes after PBMV, plasma endothelin concentrations in blood from the femoral vein significantly decreased from 16. 14 ± 3. 34 to 13. 74 ± 3. 78 pg/ml (P<0. 01 ). Seventy-two hours after the procedure, the concentrations of endothelin in blood from the antecubital vein had fallen to 12. 31 ± 2. 55 pg/ml (P<0. 001 vs. before PBMV and control subjects). Plasma endothelin concentrations still tended to be higher in patients with atrial fibrillation than those in normal sinus rhythm, but the difference did not reach statistical significance. There were weak but significantly correlations of plasma endothe lin concentrations with the mean left atrial pressure (r= 0. 424 , P < 0.001 ), mean right atrial pressure (r=0. 323, P<0. 01), mean transmitral pressure gradient (r= 0. 397, P<0. 001), heart rate (r= 0. 350,P<0. 005)and mitral valve area (r=-0. 454, P<0. 001) in the patients before and after PBMV.展开更多
BACKGROUND Balloon aortic valvuloplasty(BAV)is a well-established treatment modality for congenital aortic valve stenosis.AIM To evaluate the role of rapid right ventricular pacing(RRVP)in balloon stabilization during...BACKGROUND Balloon aortic valvuloplasty(BAV)is a well-established treatment modality for congenital aortic valve stenosis.AIM To evaluate the role of rapid right ventricular pacing(RRVP)in balloon stabilization during BAV on aortic regurgitation(AR)in pediatric patients.METHODS A systematic review of the MEDLINE,Cochrane Library,and Scopus databases was conducted according to the PRISMA guidelines(end-of-search date:July 8,2020).The National Heart,Lung,and Blood Institute and Newcastle-Ottawa scales was utilized for quality assessment.RESULTS Five studies reporting on 72 patients were included.The studies investigated the use of RRVP-assisted BAV in infants(>1 mo)and older children,but not in neonates.Ten(13.9%)patients had a history of some type of aortic valve surgical or catheterization procedure.Before BAV,58(84.0%),7(10.1%),4(5.9%)patients had AR grade 0(none),1(trivial),2(mild),respectively.After BAV,34(49.3%),6(8.7%),26(37.7%),3(4.3%),patients had AR grade 0,1,2,and 3(moderate),respectively.No patient developed severe AR after RRVP.One(1.4%)developed ventricular fibrillation and was defibrillated successfully.No additional arrhythmias or complications occurred during RRVP.CONCLUSION RRVP can be safely used to achieve balloon stability during pediatric BAV,which could potentially decrease AR rates.展开更多
Background In the current era of transcatheter aortic valve replacement, there is renewed interest in balloon aortic valvuloplasty （BAV） and invasive hemodynarnic evaluation of aortic stenosis （AS）. The current re...Background In the current era of transcatheter aortic valve replacement, there is renewed interest in balloon aortic valvuloplasty （BAV） and invasive hemodynarnic evaluation of aortic stenosis （AS）. The current report aimed to study the invasive hemodynamics of se- vere AS patients treated with BAV as destination therapy and to identify factors associated with better hemodynamic outcome and prognosis. Methods From 2009 to 2012, 63 high risk elderly patients were treated with BAV as destination therapy for symptomatic severe AS and were all prospectively included in the study. Their hemodynamies were invasively evaluated during catheterization, pre- and post-BAV at the same session. All Post-BAV patients were regularly followed-up. Results The patients （82 ~ 6 years, 52% male） had post-BAV aortic valve area index （AVAi） significantly increased and mean pressure gradient （MPG） significantly reduced. During the follow-up of 0.9 （maximum 3.3） years, those with post-BAV AVAi 〈 0.6 cm2/m2 compared with the AVAi _〉 0.6 cm2/m2 group had significantly higher mortality （60% vs. 28%, log-rank P = 0.02）, even after adjusting for age, gender, atrial fibrillation, chronic kidney disease, diabetes mellitus, coronary artery disease and EuroSCORE [HR： 5.58, 95% confidence interval （CI）： 1.62-19.20, P = 0.006]. The only independent predictor of moderate AS post-BAV was the pre-BAV AVAi increase by 0.1cm^2/m^2 （OR： 3.81, 95% CI： 1.33-10.89, P = 0.01）. Pre-BAV AVAi 〉 0.39 cm^2/m^2 could predict with sensitivity 84% and specificity 70% the post-BAV hemodynamic outcome. Conclusions BAV as destination therapy for severe AS offered immediate and significant hemodynamic improvement. The survival was significantly better when a moderate degree of AS was present.展开更多
An 86-year-old male patient was admitted in our cardiology ward with signs of congestive biventricular heart failure. The patient presented with deteriorating dyspnea on mild exertion and at rest the last days, compat...An 86-year-old male patient was admitted in our cardiology ward with signs of congestive biventricular heart failure. The patient presented with deteriorating dyspnea on mild exertion and at rest the last days, compatible with class NYHA Ⅲ-Ⅳ heart failure, bilateral peripheral oedema, increased NT-proBNP （9198 pg/mL）, mildly elevated Troponin （TnT 64 pg/mL）, interstitial pulmonary oedema and bilateral pleural effusions in chest X ray.展开更多
Objectives:Factors influencing results of balloon valvuloplasty(BVP)of pulmonary valve stenosis(PS)in children are investigated.Background:BVP has become the standard of care for PS,medium-term results are not uniform...Objectives:Factors influencing results of balloon valvuloplasty(BVP)of pulmonary valve stenosis(PS)in children are investigated.Background:BVP has become the standard of care for PS,medium-term results are not uniform and depend on various preconditions.Methods:We analysed the medium-term results of BVP of PS in children in an observational,single centre study.Need for additional procedure was defined as outcome after initial BVP.Results:We included 143 children(83 female)at a median(IQR)age of 2.6(0.26–9.24)months and body weight of 5(3.4–8)kg at BVP with a follow–up of 5.04(1.6–10.2)years.We used balloon size of 10(9–14)mm and maximal balloon pressure of 4(3.5–10)atm,resulting in balloon–to–pulmonary annulus ratio of 1.28(1.2–1.4).Systolic pressure gradient of PS was reduced with BVP(43.5 mmHg vs.14.0 mmHg,p<0.001)and confirmed by echocardiography(68.0 mmHg vs.25.0 mmHg,p<0.001)day 1 post procedure.Pulmonary BVP with associated supravalvular PS resulted in a relevant reduction of systolic pressure gradient in 23 of 31 patients(74.2%).Early additional procedure was necessary in 14 patients(9.8%)after 0.2(0.1–0.7)years due to residual PS(n=13)and infective endocarditis(n=1).Factors for additional procedures were associated supravalvular PS with a higher residual pressure gradient,but not genetic syndrome.During further follow–up of 5.04(1.6–10.2)years no further additional procedures were needed.Conclusions:Pulmonary BVP of native pulmonary valve stenosis leads to excellent medium-term results,even in 3 of 4 infants with associated supravalvular obstruction sufficient pressure relief can be obtained.展开更多
Percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty (PBMV) was performed in 103 consecutive patients with rheumatic mitral stenosis. PBMV was accomplished in 99 patients. Singnificant symptomatic improvement was achieved in 98 ...Percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty (PBMV) was performed in 103 consecutive patients with rheumatic mitral stenosis. PBMV was accomplished in 99 patients. Singnificant symptomatic improvement was achieved in 98 patients (98/99 , 99% ). Mean left atr展开更多
BACKGROUND Thoracoscopic-assisted technology can ensure that doctors can implement minimally invasive treatment through the right intercostal incision or small incision of the lower sternum.This approach not only can ...BACKGROUND Thoracoscopic-assisted technology can ensure that doctors can implement minimally invasive treatment through the right intercostal incision or small incision of the lower sternum.This approach not only can achieve a cardiac correction effect equivalent to that of a thoracotomy but also has the benefit of a clear surgical field ensuring the safety of surgical treatment.AIM To investigate the effect of thoracoscopic tricuspid valvuloplasty in patients with tricuspid valve disease.METHODS A total of 41 patients with tricuspid valve disease underwent traditional thoracotomy treatment between January 2018 and June 2020.Forty-one patients with tricuspid valve disease who underwent thoracoscopic tricuspid valvuloplasty treatment between July 2020 and June 2021 in our hospital were selected as controls for our retrospective analysis.The study group underwent thoracoscopic tricuspid valvuloplasty,while traditional thoracotomy was performed in the control group.The operation conditions(the duration of extracorporeal circulation,aorta blocking,endotracheal intubation,and surgery),inflammatory response-related indices(C-reactive protein and white blood cell count)before and after surgery,parameters related to myocardial injury(myocardial troponin T,creatine kinase isoenzyme,creatine kinase,and lactate dehydrogenase),and the incidence of adverse events in the two groups was counted.RESULTS The duration of extracorporeal circulation(109.35±50.31 min),aortic occlusion(94.26±59.61 min),endotracheal intubation(12.59±3.54 h),and hospital stay(5.29±2.34 d)in the study group were shorter than those in the control group(114.91±46.98 min,101.37±61.44 min,13.11±4.01 h,7.09±3.11 d,respectively).The difference in hospital stay between the two groups was statistically significant(P<0.05).Serum C-reactive protein level(4.69±1.35 mg/L)and white blood cell count(6.21±1.97×10^(9)/L)in the study group were found to be not significantly different than those in the control group(5.01±1.18 mg/L,5.98±2.01×10^(9)/L,respectively;P>0.05).Myocardial troponin T(0.04±0.02 ng/mL),creatine kinase isoenzyme(4.02±1.11 mg/mL),creatine kinase(91.35±10.44 U/L),and lactate dehydrogenase(179.81±60.04 U/L)in the study group were also not statistically significant different than those in the control group(0.05±0.03 ng/mL,3.97±1.05 mg/mL,89.69±13.05 U/L,186.35±56.96 U/L;P>0.05).After the operation,serum C-reactive protein level(7.89±1.73 mg/L)and white blood cell count(10.76±2.35×10^(9)/L)in the study group were significantly lower than those in the control group(9.96±2.04 mg/L,14.84±3.07×10^(9)/L,respectively)(P<0.05).In addition,myocardial troponin T(0.89±0.32 ng/mL),creatine kinase isoenzyme(26.96±4.95 mg/mL),creatine kinase(608.32±202.33 U/L),and lactate dehydrogenase(282.56±101.34 U/L)in the study group were lower than those in the control group(2.61±0.69 ng/mL,34.37±6.87 mg/mL,689.94±214.64 U/L,369.15±114.46 U/L)(P<0.05).The incidence of adverse events in the study group(4.88%)was lower than that in the control group(19.51%)(P<0.05).CONCLUSION Thoracoscopic tricuspid valvuloplasty can achieve good results in treating patients with tricuspid valve disease,reduce the risk of adverse events,and promote the rapid recovery of patients.展开更多
in order to investigate the value of perioperative echocardiography in percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty (PBMV),two-dimensional echocardiography (2-DE), Doppler echocardiography and color Doppler flow imaging ...in order to investigate the value of perioperative echocardiography in percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty (PBMV),two-dimensional echocardiography (2-DE), Doppler echocardiography and color Doppler flow imaging (CDFI) were employed prior to PBMV in 52 patients and during or after PBMV in 15 patients. The results showed that TTE and TEE were helpful in the selection of candidates for 2-DE transseptal and balloon dilation procedures. Continuous monitoring of 2-DE, Doppler echocardiography and CDFI during PBMV could make this procedure safer and more effective, reduce X-ray exposure and avoid complications. Echocardiography was usefui in fluoroscopy and could be used for evaluation of the effects of operation.展开更多
To assess the importance of atrial contribution to left ventricular filling in mitral stenosis, Doppler echocardiography war performed in 31 patients with mitral stenosis and sinus rhythm before(all patients) and afte...To assess the importance of atrial contribution to left ventricular filling in mitral stenosis, Doppler echocardiography war performed in 31 patients with mitral stenosis and sinus rhythm before(all patients) and after (15 patients) percutaneous mitral balloon valvuloplasty. Percent atrial contribution was derived from the ratio of atrial velocity-time integral (VTI) to total mitral VTL.The percent atrial contribution correlated closely with mitral valve area (r=0.91, P<0.001) and was inversely related to mean pressure gradient across the mitral valve orifice (r= -0.68, P<0.01). The study indicates that the degree of mitral stenosis exeris a great effect on the importance of a trial contribution to left ventricular filling in patients with mitral stenosis and sinus rhythm.展开更多
We are reporting four cases of acquired double orifice mitral valve (DOMV) of rheumatic etiology (rare) presenting as significant mitral stenosis (MS) treated successfully by percutaneous intervention. All four patien...We are reporting four cases of acquired double orifice mitral valve (DOMV) of rheumatic etiology (rare) presenting as significant mitral stenosis (MS) treated successfully by percutaneous intervention. All four patients are young (3 males, 1 female) who presented with dyspnea of Newyork heart association (NYHA) class II with mean duration of 1.3 years. Typical clinical findings of MS were present in all. Echocardiography confirmed the diagnosis of moderate to severe MS of rheumatic etiology with double orifice of mitral valve of Trowitzsch incomplete bridge variety [1], giving appearance of two equal (like a pair of spectacles in one patient) or unequal size orifices (in three patients) in parasternal short axis view. Color Doppler examination revealed separate jets originating from each orifice, determined severity of the lesion and evaluated the eligibility for balloon mitral valvuloplasty (BMV). BMV was carried out under transeosophagial echo (TEE) guidance (for perfect septal puncture and crossing the separate orifices) using Inoue balloon of appropriate size (in accordance with patient’s height) with intention to break central fibrous strand converting into a single orifice. All four patients underwent successful BMV (clinical & ECHO criteria) after dilating the separate orifices (except case 4) but the fibrous strand could not be broken. Hence, this study shows that good results can be obtained in acquired double orifice mitral valve with significant MS with BMV even without breaking the fibrous strand. Considering rarity of isolated DOMV cases and rheumatic etiology being very rare, this report of four rheumatic acquired DOMV cases with successful BMV done with good result is significant.展开更多
<strong>Background:</strong> <span style="font-family:;" "=""><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Percutaneous mitral balloon valvuloplasty is the main</spa...<strong>Background:</strong> <span style="font-family:;" "=""><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Percutaneous mitral balloon valvuloplasty is the main</span><b><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span></b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">procedure in mitral stenosis (MS). It can replace surgical commissurotomy in many cases;however, mitral regurgitation (MR) remains the major procedure complication.</span></span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span><b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Objectives: </span></b><span style="font-family:;" "=""><span style="font-family:Verdana;">This study was conducted to investigate</span><b><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span></b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">predictors of MR as a complication following</span><b></b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">percutaneous mitral valvuloplasty (PMV) using multitrack balloon technique.</span></span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span><b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Methods: </span></b><span style="font-family:;" "=""><span style="font-family:Verdana;">This cohort study was conducted at both Menoufia University Hospital and Mabaret Misr Elkadima Hospital. We enrolled 121 patients with moderate to severe MS who were subjected to</span><b><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span></b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">PMV using multitrack balloon technique during the period from October 2017 to October 2019. Transthoracic echocardiographic evaluation was performed for all patients before and after the procedure. Patients who developed severe MR post procedure were compared with other patients to identify important distinction points.</span></span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span><b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Results: </span></b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Most patients (N = 109, </span><span style="font-family:;" "=""><span style="font-family:Verdana;">90.1%) developed no/mild MR (group A), whereas 12 (9.9%) patients developed severe MR (group B) after PMV. Those who developed severe MR had significantly higher weight, height, body mass index, and body surface area (P value < 0.001 for each). Also, there was a significant difference between both groups regarding pre-operative Wilkins score (8.7 ± 1.3 for severe MR versus 7.9 ± 1.2 for No/Mild MR, P = 0.046). Patients who developed severe MR had higher incidence of other valvular lesions such as mild aortic regurgitation (91.7% versus 36.7%, P < 0.001), higher mitral valve (MV) commissural calcification (50.0% versus 14.7%, P = 0.008), pre-operative MR (100.0% versus</span><a name="page2"></a><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> 35.8%, P < 0.001), higher prevalence of atrial fibrillation (100.0% versus 38.5%, P < 0.001). Regarding balloon sizing, it was significantly higher among patients who developed severe MR compared with those having mild or no MR (P = 0.001). Multivariate regression analysis identified MV balloon sizing (OR 3.877, CI 95% 1.131</span></span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">-</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">13.289, P = 0.031) and MV commissural asymmetry of calcification (OR 67.48, CI 95% 5.759</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">-</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">790.72, P = 0.001) as significant predictors of outcomes of MV commissurotomy.</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span><b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Conclusion: </span></b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Mitral valve calcification, balloon sizing, and MV asymmetry are significant factors that can predict the development of MR after balloon valvuloplasty.</span>展开更多
Background Rheumatic mitral stenosis is the most common acquired valvular heart disease encountered during pregnancy. Balloon mitral valvuloplasty(BMV)is one of the treatment options if the symptoms are refractory to ...Background Rheumatic mitral stenosis is the most common acquired valvular heart disease encountered during pregnancy. Balloon mitral valvuloplasty(BMV)is one of the treatment options if the symptoms are refractory to the medical management and the valve anatomy is suitable for balloon dilatation. Prospective studies on BMV and its effect on pregnancy outcomes and neonates are needed. Methods All pregnant women with severe symptomatic isolated mitral stenosis who underwent elective BMV in our institute from January 2000 to December 2018 were analyzed retrospectively. Clinical,haemodynamic and echocardiographic outcomes immediately after the procedure were analyzed. Results This study involved twenty-seven pregnant women in whom BMV was performed. The procedure was successful in 26 patients(96.29%). There were significant changes after BMV in the measured 2 D MVA,pulmonary arterial systolic pressure and the mean left atrial pressure(P<0.01). Post-procedure follow-up showed an improvement in NYHA status by at least one class in 85.19%(25/27)patients. In the cases of mitral valve regurgitation,the area of mitral valve regurgitation increased significantly after the procedure(P<0.01). Four(19.05%)patients had a full-term normal vaginal delivery and seventeen(80.95%)underwent cesarean section for obstetric indications. Five patients had abortions after the procedure. After the procedure,only one patient had severe mitral regurgitation after the procedure and nine patients had moderate mitral regurgitation,and the rest had either no mitral regurgitation or mild mitral regurgitation. Symptomatic improvement was noted in all of the patients with on maternal and fetal complications except one case of mortality. Conclusion Percutaneous BMV is safe and effective in providing excellent symptomatic relief and hemodynamic improvement for pregnant patients with mitral stenosis.[S Chin J Cardiol 2019;20(2):63-68]展开更多
Background Although acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease are now rare in affluent populations,they remain major health issues in developing countries such as China. Rheumatic mitral stenosis is the most c...Background Although acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease are now rare in affluent populations,they remain major health issues in developing countries such as China. Rheumatic mitral stenosis is the most common valvular disease during pregnancy. Some patients can receive percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplastyduring pregnancy and obtain good outcomes. Methods A retrospective study of 14 women undergoing percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty with rheumatic mitral valve stenosis during pregnancy in our hospital from Jan 2014 to Oct 2019 was conducted. The maternal and fetal outcomes were analyzed. Results Percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty was successful in all patients with significant improvement in their mitral valve area(pre-operation:0.83±0.21 cm^2 and post-operation:1.64±0.27 cm^2,P<0.05). Pulmonary artery systolic pressure(pre-operation:69.62±28.27 mmHg and post-operation:37.23±12.65 mmHg,P<0.05)was significantly decreased. All 14 patients had an uneventful course afterthe operation. The total number of newborns was 14,none of whom required intensive care monitoring,and no malformations were found. Conclusions Percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty performed during pregnancy with necessary precautions is feasible and effectivefor the mother and mightbe safe forthe fetus. There is marked symptomatic relief,along with good maternal and fetal outcomes.展开更多
Balloon aortic valvuloplasty is often used as a palliative measure or as a bridge to transcatheter aortic valve replacement in the management of aortic stenosis in high risk or inoperable patients. Severe aortic steno...Balloon aortic valvuloplasty is often used as a palliative measure or as a bridge to transcatheter aortic valve replacement in the management of aortic stenosis in high risk or inoperable patients. Severe aortic stenosis coexisting with coronary artery dis-ease is not uncommon. In these circumstances, adjuvant percutaneous coronary intervention may be warranted. The safety and efficacy of combined valve and coronary intervention strategies has been recently studied. An increased incidence of complications when both procedures are performed in the same setting may throw new challenges. We report a case of fatal acute stent thrombosis following balloon aortic valvuloplasty and percutaneous coronary intervention.展开更多
Objective To investigate the clinical effect of valvuloplasty on infective endocarditis ( IE) . Methods antimicrobial susceptibility was tested by K - B paper disk method. All the cases were treated with valvuloplasty...Objective To investigate the clinical effect of valvuloplasty on infective endocarditis ( IE) . Methods antimicrobial susceptibility was tested by K - B paper disk method. All the cases were treated with valvuloplasty. Results Totally 28 cases ( 43. 8% ) showed positive results by blood culture,and the main pathogens展开更多
To evaluate the effect of endovascular stenting combined with external constriction valvuloplasty of superficial femoral vein for the treatment of Cockett syndrome.Methods Forty-two cases of Cockett syndrome with femo...To evaluate the effect of endovascular stenting combined with external constriction valvuloplasty of superficial femoral vein for the treatment of Cockett syndrome.Methods Forty-two cases of Cockett syndrome with femoral veins reflux were treated with iliac vein stent implantation or venoplasy,and superficial femoral veins were constricted with ePTFE graft patch at the level of the first valves.Results All the iliac veins were patent after stent implantation.A follow-up of 8 to 45 months revealed that limb swelling disappeared in 38 cases with no varicose.Slight limb swelling was left over in 3 cases.Stent thrombosis,developed in one case two months later,subsided by a successful thrombolysis.Conclusion The procedure is mini-invasive,safe and effective for the treatment of Cockett syndrome.6 refs,1 fig.展开更多
Background： Percutaneous balloon pulmonary valvuloplasty （PBPV） is the preferred therapy for pulmonary valve stenosis （PVS）. This study retrospectively reviewed recent PBPV outcomes in infants with PVS. The aim o...Background： Percutaneous balloon pulmonary valvuloplasty （PBPV） is the preferred therapy for pulmonary valve stenosis （PVS）. This study retrospectively reviewed recent PBPV outcomes in infants with PVS. The aim of this study was to evaluate factors associated with immediate therapeutic outcomes and restenosis during medium-term follow-up. Methods： The study included 158 infants with PVS who underwent PBPV from January 2009 to July 2015. Demographic characteristics and patient records were reviewed, including detailed hospitalization parameters, hemodynamic data before and immediately after balloon dilation, cineangiograms,and echocardiograms before PBPV and at each follow-up.All procedures were performed by more than two experienced operators. Results： Immediately after balloon dilation, the pressure gradient across the pulmonary valve decreased from 73.09 ± 21.89 mmHg （range： 43-151 mmHg） to 24.49 ± 17.00 mmHg （range： 3-92 mmHg; P 〈 0.001） and the right ventricular systolic pressure decreased from 95.34 ± 23.44 mmHg （range： 60-174 mmHg） to 52.07 ± 18.89 mmHg （range： 22-134 mmHg; P 〈 0.001）. Residual transvalvular pressure gradientsof67.31±15.19mmHg（range：50-92mmHg）werefoundin8.2%ofpatients,indicatingpoortherapeuticeffects;6.4%ofpatientshad variable-staged restenosis at follow-up and 3.8% underwent reintervention by balloon dilation or surgical repairs. Further analysis demonstrated that the balloon/annulus ratio showed statistically significant differences（P 〈 0.05） among groups with different therapeutic effects and between the restenosis and no-stenosis groups. Binary logistic regression analysis further revealed that higher balloon/annulus ratio （odds ratio： 0.005, 95% confidence interval： 0-0.39） was an independent protective factor for restenosis. The rate of severe complications was 1.9%. Conclusions： PBPV is a definitive therapy for infants with PVS based on its effectiveness, feasibility, and safety. Restenosis upon medium-term follow-up is relatively rare.展开更多
文摘BACKGROUND Transcatheter aortic valve replacement(TAVR)can be performed through multiple access sites with the preferred approach being transfemoral.In patients with severe peripheral arterial disease and previous grafts,the safety of transfemoral access via direct graft puncture,especially when performed twice within a short period,remains unclear compared to alternative access methods.We present a case demonstrating the safety and efficacy of direct graft puncture for transfemoral access during balloon aortic valvuloplasty(BAV)and TAVR.CASE SUMMARY An 82-year-old man presented with dyspnea on exertion.Echocardiogram was significant for severe aortic stenosis.Following a heart team discussion,the patient was scheduled for a balloon valvuloplasty followed by staged TAVR.Based on pre-TAVR computed tomography angiogram,the aortobifemoral graft was deemed as an appropriate access site.Micropuncture needle was used to access the right femoral artery graft,and the sheath was upscaled to 10 Fr.He underwent successful intervention to ostial left anterior descending and left circumflex arteries,and BAV with 22 mm Vida BAV balloon.Hemostasis was achieved using Perclose.For TAVR,an 8 Fr sheath was inserted via the right femoral bypass graft.The arteriotomy was pre-closed with two Perclose ProGlides and access was upsized to 18F Gore DrySeal.A 5Fr sheath was used for left femoral bypass graft access.Patient underwent successful TAVR with 29 mm CoreValve.Hemostasis was successfully achieved using 2 Perclose for right access site and one Perclose for left side with no postoperative bleeding complications.CONCLUSION BAV and TAVR are feasible and safe through a direct puncture of the aortofemoral bypass graft with successful hemostasis using Perclose.
文摘Objectives: This study is to introduce of the clinical experience of percutaneous mitral balloon valvuloplasty 350 cases in Chinese and the long term follow up. Method: The modfied Inoue method was performed. Results: Effective PBMV was performed in 344 cases, the success rate was 98.3%:mitral area assessed by 2 dimenrional echocardiography (1.11±0.29 to 2.19 ±0.40cm 2, P <0.01 ). One hundrad and five patients were followed at a mean (46.7± 26.3 ) months (range 9 months to 8.5 years). after procedure restenosis was 11.4%(12/15), death 2.9 %(3/105, cerebral embolism in 2, congestive heart failure in 1; mitral valve replacement in 3.8%(4/105). Conclusions: percutaneous mitral commissurotomy provided excellent immediate and lale clinical results.
文摘Objective:This study aimed to analyze and evaluate the results of mid-term follow-up after fetal pulmonary valvuloplasty(FPV)in fetuses with pulmonary atresia with intact ventricular septum(PA/IVS).Methods:From August 31,2018,to May 31,2019,seven fetuses with PA/IVS and hypoplastic right heart were included in this study.All underwent echocardiography by the same specialist and were operated on by the same team.Intervention and echocardiography data were collected,and changes in the associated indices noted during follow-up were analyzed.Results:All seven fetuses successfully underwent FPV.The median gestational age at FPV was 27.54 weeks.The average FPV procedural time was 6 min.Persistent bradycardia requiring treatment occurred in 4/7 procedures.Finally,five pregnancies were successfully delivered,and the other two were aborted.Compared to data before fetal cardiac interventions(FCI),tricuspid valve annulus diameter/mitral valve annulus diameter(TV/MV)and right ventricle diameter/left ventricle diameter(RV/LV)of all fetuses had progressively improved.The maximum tricuspid regurgitation velocity decreased from 4.60 m/s to 3.64 m/s.The average follow-up time was 30.40±2.05 months.During the follow-up period,the diameter of the tricuspid valve ring in five children continued to improve,and the development rate of the tricuspid valve was relatively obvious from 6 months to 1 year after birth.However,the development of the right ventricle after birth was relatively slow.It was discovered that there were individual variations in the development of the right ventricle during follow-up.Conclusion:The findings support the potential for the development of the right ventricle and tricuspid valve in fetuses with PA/IVS who underwent FCI.Development of the right ventricle and tricuspid valve does not occur synchronously during pregnancy.The right ventricle develops rapidly in utero,but the development of tricuspid valve is more apparent after birth than in utero.
文摘Plasma concentrations of endothelin in bloor from the femoral vein and the antecubital vein were measured in 35 patients with mitral stenosis and heart failure before and after percutaneous balloon mitralvalvuloplasty(PBMV). The basal plasma concentrations of endothelin in blood from the antecubirtal vein in the patients were significantly higher than those in 32 control subjects (15. 40± 3. 32 vs. 9. 59± 2. 66 pg/ml, P<0. 001). Plasma endothelin concentrations in patients in New York Heart Association functional classes Ⅱ and Ⅲ were significantly higher than those in control subjects, respectively. The concentrations of endothelin in patients with atrial fibrillation were also significantly higher than those in patients with normal sinus rhythm. Ten to fifteen minutes after PBMV, plasma endothelin concentrations in blood from the femoral vein significantly decreased from 16. 14 ± 3. 34 to 13. 74 ± 3. 78 pg/ml (P<0. 01 ). Seventy-two hours after the procedure, the concentrations of endothelin in blood from the antecubital vein had fallen to 12. 31 ± 2. 55 pg/ml (P<0. 001 vs. before PBMV and control subjects). Plasma endothelin concentrations still tended to be higher in patients with atrial fibrillation than those in normal sinus rhythm, but the difference did not reach statistical significance. There were weak but significantly correlations of plasma endothe lin concentrations with the mean left atrial pressure (r= 0. 424 , P < 0.001 ), mean right atrial pressure (r=0. 323, P<0. 01), mean transmitral pressure gradient (r= 0. 397, P<0. 001), heart rate (r= 0. 350,P<0. 005)and mitral valve area (r=-0. 454, P<0. 001) in the patients before and after PBMV.
文摘BACKGROUND Balloon aortic valvuloplasty(BAV)is a well-established treatment modality for congenital aortic valve stenosis.AIM To evaluate the role of rapid right ventricular pacing(RRVP)in balloon stabilization during BAV on aortic regurgitation(AR)in pediatric patients.METHODS A systematic review of the MEDLINE,Cochrane Library,and Scopus databases was conducted according to the PRISMA guidelines(end-of-search date:July 8,2020).The National Heart,Lung,and Blood Institute and Newcastle-Ottawa scales was utilized for quality assessment.RESULTS Five studies reporting on 72 patients were included.The studies investigated the use of RRVP-assisted BAV in infants(>1 mo)and older children,but not in neonates.Ten(13.9%)patients had a history of some type of aortic valve surgical or catheterization procedure.Before BAV,58(84.0%),7(10.1%),4(5.9%)patients had AR grade 0(none),1(trivial),2(mild),respectively.After BAV,34(49.3%),6(8.7%),26(37.7%),3(4.3%),patients had AR grade 0,1,2,and 3(moderate),respectively.No patient developed severe AR after RRVP.One(1.4%)developed ventricular fibrillation and was defibrillated successfully.No additional arrhythmias or complications occurred during RRVP.CONCLUSION RRVP can be safely used to achieve balloon stability during pediatric BAV,which could potentially decrease AR rates.
文摘Background In the current era of transcatheter aortic valve replacement, there is renewed interest in balloon aortic valvuloplasty （BAV） and invasive hemodynarnic evaluation of aortic stenosis （AS）. The current report aimed to study the invasive hemodynamics of se- vere AS patients treated with BAV as destination therapy and to identify factors associated with better hemodynamic outcome and prognosis. Methods From 2009 to 2012, 63 high risk elderly patients were treated with BAV as destination therapy for symptomatic severe AS and were all prospectively included in the study. Their hemodynamies were invasively evaluated during catheterization, pre- and post-BAV at the same session. All Post-BAV patients were regularly followed-up. Results The patients （82 ~ 6 years, 52% male） had post-BAV aortic valve area index （AVAi） significantly increased and mean pressure gradient （MPG） significantly reduced. During the follow-up of 0.9 （maximum 3.3） years, those with post-BAV AVAi 〈 0.6 cm2/m2 compared with the AVAi _〉 0.6 cm2/m2 group had significantly higher mortality （60% vs. 28%, log-rank P = 0.02）, even after adjusting for age, gender, atrial fibrillation, chronic kidney disease, diabetes mellitus, coronary artery disease and EuroSCORE [HR： 5.58, 95% confidence interval （CI）： 1.62-19.20, P = 0.006]. The only independent predictor of moderate AS post-BAV was the pre-BAV AVAi increase by 0.1cm^2/m^2 （OR： 3.81, 95% CI： 1.33-10.89, P = 0.01）. Pre-BAV AVAi 〉 0.39 cm^2/m^2 could predict with sensitivity 84% and specificity 70% the post-BAV hemodynamic outcome. Conclusions BAV as destination therapy for severe AS offered immediate and significant hemodynamic improvement. The survival was significantly better when a moderate degree of AS was present.
文摘An 86-year-old male patient was admitted in our cardiology ward with signs of congestive biventricular heart failure. The patient presented with deteriorating dyspnea on mild exertion and at rest the last days, compatible with class NYHA Ⅲ-Ⅳ heart failure, bilateral peripheral oedema, increased NT-proBNP （9198 pg/mL）, mildly elevated Troponin （TnT 64 pg/mL）, interstitial pulmonary oedema and bilateral pleural effusions in chest X ray.
文摘Objectives:Factors influencing results of balloon valvuloplasty(BVP)of pulmonary valve stenosis(PS)in children are investigated.Background:BVP has become the standard of care for PS,medium-term results are not uniform and depend on various preconditions.Methods:We analysed the medium-term results of BVP of PS in children in an observational,single centre study.Need for additional procedure was defined as outcome after initial BVP.Results:We included 143 children(83 female)at a median(IQR)age of 2.6(0.26–9.24)months and body weight of 5(3.4–8)kg at BVP with a follow–up of 5.04(1.6–10.2)years.We used balloon size of 10(9–14)mm and maximal balloon pressure of 4(3.5–10)atm,resulting in balloon–to–pulmonary annulus ratio of 1.28(1.2–1.4).Systolic pressure gradient of PS was reduced with BVP(43.5 mmHg vs.14.0 mmHg,p<0.001)and confirmed by echocardiography(68.0 mmHg vs.25.0 mmHg,p<0.001)day 1 post procedure.Pulmonary BVP with associated supravalvular PS resulted in a relevant reduction of systolic pressure gradient in 23 of 31 patients(74.2%).Early additional procedure was necessary in 14 patients(9.8%)after 0.2(0.1–0.7)years due to residual PS(n=13)and infective endocarditis(n=1).Factors for additional procedures were associated supravalvular PS with a higher residual pressure gradient,but not genetic syndrome.During further follow–up of 5.04(1.6–10.2)years no further additional procedures were needed.Conclusions:Pulmonary BVP of native pulmonary valve stenosis leads to excellent medium-term results,even in 3 of 4 infants with associated supravalvular obstruction sufficient pressure relief can be obtained.
文摘Percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty (PBMV) was performed in 103 consecutive patients with rheumatic mitral stenosis. PBMV was accomplished in 99 patients. Singnificant symptomatic improvement was achieved in 98 patients (98/99 , 99% ). Mean left atr
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文摘BACKGROUND Thoracoscopic-assisted technology can ensure that doctors can implement minimally invasive treatment through the right intercostal incision or small incision of the lower sternum.This approach not only can achieve a cardiac correction effect equivalent to that of a thoracotomy but also has the benefit of a clear surgical field ensuring the safety of surgical treatment.AIM To investigate the effect of thoracoscopic tricuspid valvuloplasty in patients with tricuspid valve disease.METHODS A total of 41 patients with tricuspid valve disease underwent traditional thoracotomy treatment between January 2018 and June 2020.Forty-one patients with tricuspid valve disease who underwent thoracoscopic tricuspid valvuloplasty treatment between July 2020 and June 2021 in our hospital were selected as controls for our retrospective analysis.The study group underwent thoracoscopic tricuspid valvuloplasty,while traditional thoracotomy was performed in the control group.The operation conditions(the duration of extracorporeal circulation,aorta blocking,endotracheal intubation,and surgery),inflammatory response-related indices(C-reactive protein and white blood cell count)before and after surgery,parameters related to myocardial injury(myocardial troponin T,creatine kinase isoenzyme,creatine kinase,and lactate dehydrogenase),and the incidence of adverse events in the two groups was counted.RESULTS The duration of extracorporeal circulation(109.35±50.31 min),aortic occlusion(94.26±59.61 min),endotracheal intubation(12.59±3.54 h),and hospital stay(5.29±2.34 d)in the study group were shorter than those in the control group(114.91±46.98 min,101.37±61.44 min,13.11±4.01 h,7.09±3.11 d,respectively).The difference in hospital stay between the two groups was statistically significant(P<0.05).Serum C-reactive protein level(4.69±1.35 mg/L)and white blood cell count(6.21±1.97×10^(9)/L)in the study group were found to be not significantly different than those in the control group(5.01±1.18 mg/L,5.98±2.01×10^(9)/L,respectively;P>0.05).Myocardial troponin T(0.04±0.02 ng/mL),creatine kinase isoenzyme(4.02±1.11 mg/mL),creatine kinase(91.35±10.44 U/L),and lactate dehydrogenase(179.81±60.04 U/L)in the study group were also not statistically significant different than those in the control group(0.05±0.03 ng/mL,3.97±1.05 mg/mL,89.69±13.05 U/L,186.35±56.96 U/L;P>0.05).After the operation,serum C-reactive protein level(7.89±1.73 mg/L)and white blood cell count(10.76±2.35×10^(9)/L)in the study group were significantly lower than those in the control group(9.96±2.04 mg/L,14.84±3.07×10^(9)/L,respectively)(P<0.05).In addition,myocardial troponin T(0.89±0.32 ng/mL),creatine kinase isoenzyme(26.96±4.95 mg/mL),creatine kinase(608.32±202.33 U/L),and lactate dehydrogenase(282.56±101.34 U/L)in the study group were lower than those in the control group(2.61±0.69 ng/mL,34.37±6.87 mg/mL,689.94±214.64 U/L,369.15±114.46 U/L)(P<0.05).The incidence of adverse events in the study group(4.88%)was lower than that in the control group(19.51%)(P<0.05).CONCLUSION Thoracoscopic tricuspid valvuloplasty can achieve good results in treating patients with tricuspid valve disease,reduce the risk of adverse events,and promote the rapid recovery of patients.
文摘in order to investigate the value of perioperative echocardiography in percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty (PBMV),two-dimensional echocardiography (2-DE), Doppler echocardiography and color Doppler flow imaging (CDFI) were employed prior to PBMV in 52 patients and during or after PBMV in 15 patients. The results showed that TTE and TEE were helpful in the selection of candidates for 2-DE transseptal and balloon dilation procedures. Continuous monitoring of 2-DE, Doppler echocardiography and CDFI during PBMV could make this procedure safer and more effective, reduce X-ray exposure and avoid complications. Echocardiography was usefui in fluoroscopy and could be used for evaluation of the effects of operation.
文摘To assess the importance of atrial contribution to left ventricular filling in mitral stenosis, Doppler echocardiography war performed in 31 patients with mitral stenosis and sinus rhythm before(all patients) and after (15 patients) percutaneous mitral balloon valvuloplasty. Percent atrial contribution was derived from the ratio of atrial velocity-time integral (VTI) to total mitral VTL.The percent atrial contribution correlated closely with mitral valve area (r=0.91, P<0.001) and was inversely related to mean pressure gradient across the mitral valve orifice (r= -0.68, P<0.01). The study indicates that the degree of mitral stenosis exeris a great effect on the importance of a trial contribution to left ventricular filling in patients with mitral stenosis and sinus rhythm.
文摘We are reporting four cases of acquired double orifice mitral valve (DOMV) of rheumatic etiology (rare) presenting as significant mitral stenosis (MS) treated successfully by percutaneous intervention. All four patients are young (3 males, 1 female) who presented with dyspnea of Newyork heart association (NYHA) class II with mean duration of 1.3 years. Typical clinical findings of MS were present in all. Echocardiography confirmed the diagnosis of moderate to severe MS of rheumatic etiology with double orifice of mitral valve of Trowitzsch incomplete bridge variety [1], giving appearance of two equal (like a pair of spectacles in one patient) or unequal size orifices (in three patients) in parasternal short axis view. Color Doppler examination revealed separate jets originating from each orifice, determined severity of the lesion and evaluated the eligibility for balloon mitral valvuloplasty (BMV). BMV was carried out under transeosophagial echo (TEE) guidance (for perfect septal puncture and crossing the separate orifices) using Inoue balloon of appropriate size (in accordance with patient’s height) with intention to break central fibrous strand converting into a single orifice. All four patients underwent successful BMV (clinical & ECHO criteria) after dilating the separate orifices (except case 4) but the fibrous strand could not be broken. Hence, this study shows that good results can be obtained in acquired double orifice mitral valve with significant MS with BMV even without breaking the fibrous strand. Considering rarity of isolated DOMV cases and rheumatic etiology being very rare, this report of four rheumatic acquired DOMV cases with successful BMV done with good result is significant.
文摘<strong>Background:</strong> <span style="font-family:;" "=""><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Percutaneous mitral balloon valvuloplasty is the main</span><b><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span></b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">procedure in mitral stenosis (MS). It can replace surgical commissurotomy in many cases;however, mitral regurgitation (MR) remains the major procedure complication.</span></span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span><b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Objectives: </span></b><span style="font-family:;" "=""><span style="font-family:Verdana;">This study was conducted to investigate</span><b><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span></b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">predictors of MR as a complication following</span><b></b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">percutaneous mitral valvuloplasty (PMV) using multitrack balloon technique.</span></span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span><b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Methods: </span></b><span style="font-family:;" "=""><span style="font-family:Verdana;">This cohort study was conducted at both Menoufia University Hospital and Mabaret Misr Elkadima Hospital. We enrolled 121 patients with moderate to severe MS who were subjected to</span><b><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span></b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">PMV using multitrack balloon technique during the period from October 2017 to October 2019. Transthoracic echocardiographic evaluation was performed for all patients before and after the procedure. Patients who developed severe MR post procedure were compared with other patients to identify important distinction points.</span></span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span><b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Results: </span></b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Most patients (N = 109, </span><span style="font-family:;" "=""><span style="font-family:Verdana;">90.1%) developed no/mild MR (group A), whereas 12 (9.9%) patients developed severe MR (group B) after PMV. Those who developed severe MR had significantly higher weight, height, body mass index, and body surface area (P value < 0.001 for each). Also, there was a significant difference between both groups regarding pre-operative Wilkins score (8.7 ± 1.3 for severe MR versus 7.9 ± 1.2 for No/Mild MR, P = 0.046). Patients who developed severe MR had higher incidence of other valvular lesions such as mild aortic regurgitation (91.7% versus 36.7%, P < 0.001), higher mitral valve (MV) commissural calcification (50.0% versus 14.7%, P = 0.008), pre-operative MR (100.0% versus</span><a name="page2"></a><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> 35.8%, P < 0.001), higher prevalence of atrial fibrillation (100.0% versus 38.5%, P < 0.001). Regarding balloon sizing, it was significantly higher among patients who developed severe MR compared with those having mild or no MR (P = 0.001). Multivariate regression analysis identified MV balloon sizing (OR 3.877, CI 95% 1.131</span></span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">-</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">13.289, P = 0.031) and MV commissural asymmetry of calcification (OR 67.48, CI 95% 5.759</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">-</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">790.72, P = 0.001) as significant predictors of outcomes of MV commissurotomy.</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span><b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Conclusion: </span></b><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Mitral valve calcification, balloon sizing, and MV asymmetry are significant factors that can predict the development of MR after balloon valvuloplasty.</span>
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文摘Background Rheumatic mitral stenosis is the most common acquired valvular heart disease encountered during pregnancy. Balloon mitral valvuloplasty(BMV)is one of the treatment options if the symptoms are refractory to the medical management and the valve anatomy is suitable for balloon dilatation. Prospective studies on BMV and its effect on pregnancy outcomes and neonates are needed. Methods All pregnant women with severe symptomatic isolated mitral stenosis who underwent elective BMV in our institute from January 2000 to December 2018 were analyzed retrospectively. Clinical,haemodynamic and echocardiographic outcomes immediately after the procedure were analyzed. Results This study involved twenty-seven pregnant women in whom BMV was performed. The procedure was successful in 26 patients(96.29%). There were significant changes after BMV in the measured 2 D MVA,pulmonary arterial systolic pressure and the mean left atrial pressure(P<0.01). Post-procedure follow-up showed an improvement in NYHA status by at least one class in 85.19%(25/27)patients. In the cases of mitral valve regurgitation,the area of mitral valve regurgitation increased significantly after the procedure(P<0.01). Four(19.05%)patients had a full-term normal vaginal delivery and seventeen(80.95%)underwent cesarean section for obstetric indications. Five patients had abortions after the procedure. After the procedure,only one patient had severe mitral regurgitation after the procedure and nine patients had moderate mitral regurgitation,and the rest had either no mitral regurgitation or mild mitral regurgitation. Symptomatic improvement was noted in all of the patients with on maternal and fetal complications except one case of mortality. Conclusion Percutaneous BMV is safe and effective in providing excellent symptomatic relief and hemodynamic improvement for pregnant patients with mitral stenosis.[S Chin J Cardiol 2019;20(2):63-68]
基金Guangdong Medical Research Foundation(No.A2017328)。
文摘Background Although acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease are now rare in affluent populations,they remain major health issues in developing countries such as China. Rheumatic mitral stenosis is the most common valvular disease during pregnancy. Some patients can receive percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplastyduring pregnancy and obtain good outcomes. Methods A retrospective study of 14 women undergoing percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty with rheumatic mitral valve stenosis during pregnancy in our hospital from Jan 2014 to Oct 2019 was conducted. The maternal and fetal outcomes were analyzed. Results Percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty was successful in all patients with significant improvement in their mitral valve area(pre-operation:0.83±0.21 cm^2 and post-operation:1.64±0.27 cm^2,P<0.05). Pulmonary artery systolic pressure(pre-operation:69.62±28.27 mmHg and post-operation:37.23±12.65 mmHg,P<0.05)was significantly decreased. All 14 patients had an uneventful course afterthe operation. The total number of newborns was 14,none of whom required intensive care monitoring,and no malformations were found. Conclusions Percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty performed during pregnancy with necessary precautions is feasible and effectivefor the mother and mightbe safe forthe fetus. There is marked symptomatic relief,along with good maternal and fetal outcomes.
文摘Balloon aortic valvuloplasty is often used as a palliative measure or as a bridge to transcatheter aortic valve replacement in the management of aortic stenosis in high risk or inoperable patients. Severe aortic stenosis coexisting with coronary artery dis-ease is not uncommon. In these circumstances, adjuvant percutaneous coronary intervention may be warranted. The safety and efficacy of combined valve and coronary intervention strategies has been recently studied. An increased incidence of complications when both procedures are performed in the same setting may throw new challenges. We report a case of fatal acute stent thrombosis following balloon aortic valvuloplasty and percutaneous coronary intervention.
文摘Objective To investigate the clinical effect of valvuloplasty on infective endocarditis ( IE) . Methods antimicrobial susceptibility was tested by K - B paper disk method. All the cases were treated with valvuloplasty. Results Totally 28 cases ( 43. 8% ) showed positive results by blood culture,and the main pathogens
文摘To evaluate the effect of endovascular stenting combined with external constriction valvuloplasty of superficial femoral vein for the treatment of Cockett syndrome.Methods Forty-two cases of Cockett syndrome with femoral veins reflux were treated with iliac vein stent implantation or venoplasy,and superficial femoral veins were constricted with ePTFE graft patch at the level of the first valves.Results All the iliac veins were patent after stent implantation.A follow-up of 8 to 45 months revealed that limb swelling disappeared in 38 cases with no varicose.Slight limb swelling was left over in 3 cases.Stent thrombosis,developed in one case two months later,subsided by a successful thrombolysis.Conclusion The procedure is mini-invasive,safe and effective for the treatment of Cockett syndrome.6 refs,1 fig.
文摘Background： Percutaneous balloon pulmonary valvuloplasty （PBPV） is the preferred therapy for pulmonary valve stenosis （PVS）. This study retrospectively reviewed recent PBPV outcomes in infants with PVS. The aim of this study was to evaluate factors associated with immediate therapeutic outcomes and restenosis during medium-term follow-up. Methods： The study included 158 infants with PVS who underwent PBPV from January 2009 to July 2015. Demographic characteristics and patient records were reviewed, including detailed hospitalization parameters, hemodynamic data before and immediately after balloon dilation, cineangiograms,and echocardiograms before PBPV and at each follow-up.All procedures were performed by more than two experienced operators. Results： Immediately after balloon dilation, the pressure gradient across the pulmonary valve decreased from 73.09 ± 21.89 mmHg （range： 43-151 mmHg） to 24.49 ± 17.00 mmHg （range： 3-92 mmHg; P 〈 0.001） and the right ventricular systolic pressure decreased from 95.34 ± 23.44 mmHg （range： 60-174 mmHg） to 52.07 ± 18.89 mmHg （range： 22-134 mmHg; P 〈 0.001）. Residual transvalvular pressure gradientsof67.31±15.19mmHg（range：50-92mmHg）werefoundin8.2%ofpatients,indicatingpoortherapeuticeffects;6.4%ofpatientshad variable-staged restenosis at follow-up and 3.8% underwent reintervention by balloon dilation or surgical repairs. Further analysis demonstrated that the balloon/annulus ratio showed statistically significant differences（P 〈 0.05） among groups with different therapeutic effects and between the restenosis and no-stenosis groups. Binary logistic regression analysis further revealed that higher balloon/annulus ratio （odds ratio： 0.005, 95% confidence interval： 0-0.39） was an independent protective factor for restenosis. The rate of severe complications was 1.9%. Conclusions： PBPV is a definitive therapy for infants with PVS based on its effectiveness, feasibility, and safety. Restenosis upon medium-term follow-up is relatively rare.
