Propensity-matched analysis of two port approach versus three port approach for totally thoracoscopic mitral valve replacement.

ABSTRACT:

Background

To objectively evaluate the feasibility, safety, effectiveness and short-term outcome of totally thoracoscopic mitral valve replacement via two port approach, we conducted a retrospective study comparing two port approach with three port approach for mitral valve replacement.

Methods

Data for all thoracoscopic mitral valve replacement were analyzed from Guangdong Cardiovascular Institute between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2017. To account for selection bias between two port approach and three approach, one-to-one propensity score caliper matching without replacement was performed. The clinical data of the two groups were collected, including preoperative cardiac function, operative data, postoperative complications, and short-term outcome.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Liu J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7656324 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature