Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine (Jul 2024)

Thromboaspiration of a left-sided bioprosthetic valve thrombosis by a mini-access: the Lausanne novel procedure

  • Ziyad Gunga,
  • Vladimir Rubimbura,
  • Denise Oberson,
  • Pierre Monney,
  • Xavier Bechtold,
  • Zied Ltaief,
  • Valentina Rancati,
  • Eric Eeckhout,
  • Matthias Kirsch

DOI
https://doi.org/10.3389/fcvm.2024.1371692
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 11

Abstract

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Left-sided bioprosthesis valve thrombosis (LSBVT) is a challenging complication necessitating invasive interventions. In this study, we introduce a novel, minimally invasive approach. We used a cerebral embolic protection system and an Occlutech cannula connected to an extracorporeal circuit, providing safer thrombus aspiration compared to the AngioVac system. This technique offers a promising alternative for high-risk patients with LSBVT.

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