Punch pulmonary valvectomy: another alternative to treat critical pulmonary stenosis

Ann Thorac Surg. 1997 Jul;64(1):261-4. doi: 10.1016/s0003-4975(97)00134-3.

Abstract

For neonates with severe valvar stenosis, or valvar pulmonary atresia with an imperforate pulmonary valve, we present a simple but effective closed procedure using a specially designed valvectomy punch. Seven neonates, who were not suitable for any type of transcatheter procedure, were treated. There were two late deaths, neither directly related to the operation; 4 patients are developing well. This approach using the valvectomy punch is a fast, safe, and effective procedure.

MeSH terms

  • Cardiac Surgical Procedures / instrumentation
  • Cardiac Surgical Procedures / methods*
  • Catheterization
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Male
  • Pulmonary Valve Stenosis / physiopathology
  • Pulmonary Valve Stenosis / surgery*
  • Ventricular Pressure