Thrombus on Mitral Annular Calcification: A Systematic Review of Management and Outcomes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Mitral annular calcification (MAC) is a common chronic degenerative process of the mitral valve. Thrombus formation on MAC is a rare complication that likely contributes to the increased risk of thromboembolic events. Outcomes and management strategies for this condition are unknown. The aim of this study was to perform a systematic review to describe the management and outcomes of patients who have thrombus on MAC.

Methods

The MEDLINE, Embase, and Cochrane databases were searched. Patients with a prior mitral valve intervention or prosthesis were excluded. The primary outcomes were treatment, mortality, and thromboembolic events.

Results

Fifteen studies, with a total of 22 cases (patients aged 69.1 ± 14.8 years; n = 18 [82%] female) were included. Most pat

SUBMITTER: Cintosun A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11681350 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature