A Case of Bioprosthetic Mitral Valve Dysfunction, Initially Presenting with Valve Thrombosis Followed by Recurrent Thrombosis and Endocarditis.
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ABSTRACT: Highlights•Bioprosthetic valve thrombosis (BPVT) can occur beyond 3 months postimplantation.•BPVT can reoccur after successful treatment with fibrinolysis and anticoagulation.•Other forms of bioprosthetic valve dysfunction can coexist with thrombosis.•Echocardiography can promptly diagnose bioprosthesis thrombosis.•Management requires valve replacement, thrombolysis, or anticoagulation•After BPVT long-term anticoagulation may be required.
SUBMITTER: Apostolidou E
PROVIDER: S-EPMC6833127 | biostudies-other | 2019 Oct
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-other
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