Abstract
This study compared immediate postoperative hemodynamic function and clinical events in consecutive patients after aortic valve replacement with the St. Jude Medical Regent and the MCRI On-X valves. There were no differences in immediate postoperative hemodynamic function and clinical outcomes between the two valve types. The St. Jude Medical Regent and the MCRI On-X valves are highly effective mechanical valve substitutes and show good immediate postoperative functional results.
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