Percutaneous Intervention for a Stuck Mechanical Prosthetic Valve at Mitral Position as a Bailout Procedure in a High Surgical Risk Candidate
Salman Shaikh
Grant Govt. Medical College and Sir JJ Group of Hospitals Mumbai, India.
Kalyan S. Munde *
Grant Govt. Medical College and Sir JJ Group of Hospitals Mumbai, India.
Anagh T. S.
Grant Govt. Medical College and Sir JJ Group of Hospitals Mumbai, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Mechanical heart valves are the preferred choice for younger individuals when the native valves cannot undergo repair, primarily due to their exceptional durability. It is crucial to meticulously manage the international normalized ratio (INR) within the range of 2.5 to 3.5 to ensure optimal valve function and minimise the risk of thromboembolic complications. Our case report serves to demonstrate the effectiveness of percutaneous balloon dilatation through transcatheter methods as an innovative and promising approach to release a stuck valve, representing a noteworthy addition to the spectrum of treatment options.
Keywords: Mechanical heart valves, international normalized ratio, surgical replacement, prosthetic valve thrombosis.