[Intravascular hemolysis after multiple valvular replacement procedures--a case report]

Kardiol Pol. 2005 Jun;62(6):571-3; discussion 574.
[Article in Polish]

Abstract

A case of an intravascular hemolysis after multiple aortic and mitral valves replacement is described. Hemolysis was observed after second and third operation of mitral valve prosthesis due to prosthesis dysfunction -- paravalvular leak. We discuss the possibilities of treatment, difficulties in decision making in a patient who is in good condition but hemolysis is clinically significant, not amenable to conventional treatment and there is an increased risk of another operation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Aortic Valve / transplantation*
  • Bioprosthesis*
  • Heart Valve Prosthesis / adverse effects*
  • Hemolysis*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Mitral Valve / transplantation*
  • Treatment Outcome