Which heart valve lasts longer? study follows 3,500 patients for 10 years
NCT ID NCT07168889
First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 28 times
Summary
This study looked at over 3,500 patients aged 70 or younger who had mitral valve replacement surgery in Austria between 2010 and 2020. Researchers compared those who got a mechanical valve versus a biological valve to see who lived longer and needed fewer repeat surgeries. The goal is to help doctors and patients choose the best valve type for long-term health.
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