ReviewCureus2023
Scientific Evolution of Artificial Heart Valves: A Narrative Review.
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10 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 12 citations in OpenAlex.
- Biological tissue engineering for Fontan failure using decellularized extracellular matrix: a systematic review.Journal of translational medicine · 2026Pooled it
- Evolutions in Cardiovascular Implants-A Review of Past, Present, and Future.Micromachines · 2026Review
- [Numerical simulation study on the influence of free edge configuration on the performance of polymeric heart valves].Sheng wu yi xue gong cheng xue za zhi = Journal of biomedical engineering = Shengwu yixue gongchengxue zazhi · 2026Article
- Impact of leaflet stiffness in aortic valve neocuspidization in ex vivo biomechanical simulation.JTCVS open · 2026Article
- Review
- Long-Term Safety and Performance of a National Pericardium Organic Valvular Bioprosthesis in the Brazilian Public Health System: Retrospective Analysis Up To 26 Years of Follow-up.Brazilian journal of cardiovascular surgery · 2025Article
- Polymeric Heart Valves: Do They Represent a Reliable Alternative to Current Prosthetic Devices?Polymers · 2025Review
- Contemporary Management of the Aortic Valve-Narrative Review of an Evolving Landscape.Journal of clinical medicine · 2024Review
- Successful Redo Surgical Replacement of a Flail Bioprosthetic Aortic Valve: A Case Report.The American journal of case reports · 2024Article
- Evolutionary trends and innovations in cardiovascular intervention.Frontiers in medical technology · 2024Article
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6 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.
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Abstract
Cardiovascular disorders have always been the top contributors to the number of mortality occurring worldwide. But the last few decades have seen a drop in those numbers as the lives of millions of people have been saved due to ground-breaking advances in both therapeutic and surgical treatment modalities. Achieving this level of scientific glory in cardiology was a challenging feat. The credit goes to the scientists and physicians of the previous century who, despite their time's technological limitations, made discoveries and laid a solid foundation for modern medicine. Valvular complications are a major part of the global burden of cardiac diseases. The ongoing development of heart valve replacements remains a fascinating subject, as it continues to progress. Valve replacements comprise either mechanical heart valves or bioprosthetic heart valves. Both types of valves have their merits and demerits; their usage depends mostly on individual patient requirements. This article aims to review the evolution of the implantation of heart valves, and it is the objective of this article to give credit to scientists and physicians for their contributions. The article highlights the research gaps in finding more durable materials and the scope of further research in creating a heart valve that can be universally used for better patient outcomes.
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