Abstract:
:As the incidence of valvular disease in the elderly is increasing, understanding of its pathogenesis and natural progression as well as surgical approaches and device technologies are improving. Future studies are needed to develop medical interventions that slow or halt the degenerative valvular processes associated with aging. In addition, mechanical approaches with lower operative risks should be explored and the search should continue for a valve substitute that is durable, hemodynamically efficient, easy to implant, and does not require anticoagulation. Hopefully, future intervention trials will include quality of life assessments such as symptoms, functional capacity and perceptions of well being. At present, the degenerative valvular processes must be followed closely by the clinician, and individual management decisions for the elderly based on the type and severity of valve disease, comorbid medical conditions, and the risks and benefits of intervention, along with patient preferences, rather than on the chronologic age of the patient. It is becoming clear that both survival and quality of life outcomes can improve by consideration of surgery at the onset of indications, before further deterioration eliminates the opportunity to provide benefit for the elderly patient with valvular disease.
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Cardiol Clinjournal_title
Cardiology clinicsauthors
Hinchman DA,Otto CMdoi
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1999-02-01 00:00:00pages
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