Artificial valves "up to date" in Japan

作者：Tokunaga Shigehiko^*; Tominaga Ryuji

来源：Journal of Artificial Organs, 2010, 13(2): 77-87.

DOI：10.1007/s10047-010-0507-y

• Artificial valve
• Mechanical valve
• Bioprosthesis
• Valved conduit
• Catheter delivery aortic valve implantation

We have many choices when selecting artificial valves for valve replacement surgery. It is necessary to know the characteristics of the various prosthetic valves to make an appropriate decision for each valvular heart disease patient. In this review paper, we describe the features and benefits of the artificial valves available in Japan. Standard and new generation bioprostheses and mechanical prostheses are reviewed. The new technology of the catheter-delivery heart valve is also mentioned in this paper.

• 出版日期2010-7