A tale of two valves

Affiliations

Aurora Cardiovascular Services, Aurora Sinai/Aurora St. Luke' s Medical Centers

Abstract

We present two cases involving elevated gradients across mechanical cardiac valves. Provided images show decreased disc mobility and eventual operative findings. A brief discussion underlines the importance of recognizing pannus as a common aetiology for valve dysfunction.

Document Type

Article

PubMed ID

22052952

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