Reoperation for Dislodged Aortic Valve Due to Takayasu Arteritis
Author Information
Author(s): Matsunaga Shogo, Sonoda Hiromichi, Ushijima Tomoki, Kan-o Meikun, Kimura Satoshi, Shiose Akira
Primary Institution: Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Kyushu University Hospital
Conclusion
Dislodgement of a bioprosthetic aortic valve is a rare complication of Takayasu arteritis that should be considered in post-operative patients.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had severe aortic regurgitation and underwent aortic valve replacement 14 years prior.
- Echocardiography revealed severe aortic valve sclerosis due to structural valve deterioration.
- The bioprosthetic valve was found dislodged into the left ventricular outflow tract.
Takeaway
A 76-year-old woman had her aortic valve move to the wrong place after surgery because of a rare disease, and doctors had to fix it again.
Methodology
The patient underwent surgical reintervention involving re-implantation of the bioprosthetic aortic valve and replacement of the ascending aorta.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
76-year-old female
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