Prof. Augusto D’Onofrio

MVT Aortic 2022, vol.1

– Not only about hemodynamics, this lecture provides comparisons among three bioprostheses

– Similar clinical outcomes, better hemodynamic results, and shorter ICU stays for rapid deployment valves… but newer bioprosthesis tissue technology may raise the bar even higher

Prof. Ruggero De Paulis

MVT Aortic 2022, vol.1

– Many surgical options, very comprehensive, and very unbiased

– A redo-SAVR is not as simple as just “redoing” the procedure: beware of higher risk and more complex procedures

– Very clear 7-step removal process of the original valve prosthesis

-Pros and cons of different pledgets, suture techniques, valve positioning, valve sizing, and more

Prof. D’Onofrio – EACTS 2021

Prof. Kocher – EACTS 2021