Mitral valve repair and replacement in infectious endocarditis: a systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical outcome.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Infective endocarditis (IE) poses significant clinical challenges, often necessitating surgical intervention for improved patient outcomes. The choice between mitral valve repair (MVP) and mitral valve replacement (MVR) is crucial in managing IE. This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to compare the effectiveness of MVP and MVR in treating IE, focusing on outcomes such as postoperative bleeding, mortality, recurrent endocarditis, and stroke.

Main text

A comprehensive literature search was conducted following PRISMA guidelines. Studies directly comparing MVP and MVR in IE patients were included. Data extraction and quality assessment were performed, and meta-analysis was conducted using RevMan software. Thirty-two studies involving 82,123 patients were inclu

SUBMITTER: Nuthalapati U 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11452577 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature