Rheumatic Double Valve Repair Using Two Remodeling Annuloplasty Rings

Abstract

Mitral valve repair is well developed, and it allows for successful reconstruction of selected rheumatic valve pathologies. Rheumatic aortic valve repair also has been successful, using techniques such as Nodular unfolding. Aortic ring annuloplasty is currently available, and when used in conjunction with appropriate leaflet procedures, it could promote rheumatic repair by restoring annular geometry and facilitating leaflet reconstruction. This report describes rheumatic double valve repair in a patient with rheumatic dysfunction of both the aortic and mitral valves.