Mitral Valve Repair Center

Surgical and Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement in Mitral Annular Calcification: A Systematic Review

Sophia L Alexis, Aaqib H Malik, Ahmed El-Eshmawi, Isaac George, Aditya Sengupta, Susheel K Kodali, Rebecca T Hahn, Omar K Khalique, Syed Zaid, Mayra Guerrero, Vinayak N Bapat, Martin B Leon, David H Adams

Abstract Mitral annular calcification with mitral valve disease is a challenging problem that could necessitate surgical mitral valve replacement (SMVR). Transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR) is emerging as a feasible alternative in high-risk patients with appropriate anatomy. ...

The Ross procedure: total root technique

Elbert E Williams, Ismail El-Hamamsy

Clinical vignette A fifty-four-year-old man with a history of hypertension, hyperlipidemia and cigarette smoking presented to hospital following a syncopal episode. He reported worsening shortness of breath and dyspnea on exertion. A comprehensive workup revealed severe bicuspid aortic...

Aortic Arch Replacement: How I Teach It

Amine Mazine, Nitish K Dhingra, Michael W A Chu, Ismail El-Hamamsy, Mark D Peterson

INTRODUCTION Since the first description in 1957 by DeBakey (1), aortic arch replacement has evolved due to advancements in surgical technique and adjuncts such as hypothermic circulatory arrest (HCA) and antegrade cerebral perfusion (ACP), yet the morbidity and mortality associated wi...

TVT 2021: The Structural Heart Summit

Transcatheter valve therapy is a growing treatment option for patients with valvular heart disease. The maturation of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and the rapid adoption of transcatheter mitral and tricuspid therapies have changed the treatment landscape, expanding opti...

PCR London Valves 2021

For its 2021 edition, #PCRLV built on the experience of the previous year and thanks to deep thinking, innovation, and massive IT expertise, created a brand new format that was broadcast from 3 TV studios and enabled 2 great options for joining. Enthusiastic participants enjoyed the ...

AATS Foundation – Edwards Lifesciences Thailand Cardiovascular Valve Symposium Lectures

June 25, 2021 7:00 am - Welcome on Behalf of the AATS Foundation - David H. Adams, MD 7:30 am - Mitral Repair in the Setting of Non-rheumatic Inflammatory Disease/Scarring - David H. Adams, MD 10:15 am - Valve Repair in Endocarditis: Tips and Tricks - David H. Adams, MD