Minimally invasive aortic valve replacement with central cannulation: A cost-benefit analysis in a developing country.

Published in: The cardiothoracic surgeon (2020)

With a lack of logistics in developing countries, MIAVR not only has a cosmetic advantage but carries a significant reduction in blood use, respiratory complications, pain, and cost. MIAVR can be feasible, with a rapid learning curve in developing centers.

Keyphrases

aortic valve replacement
minimally invasive
transcatheter aortic valve implantation
aortic valve
aortic stenosis
chronic pain
pain management
extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
risk factors
neuropathic pain
ultrasound guided
heart failure
coronary artery disease
loop mediated isothermal amplification