Effect of percutaneous mitral balloon valvuloplasty on right ventricular functions in mitral stenosis: Short-and mid-term results

Abstract

A prospective study was conducted in 61 patients (age: 42.7±11.6 years) with isolated rheumatic mitral valve stenosis who underwent percutaneous mitral balloon valvuloplasty (PMBV). The patient population consisted of individuals with notable advanced ages. Although the authors stated clinical, echocardiographic, or angiographic evidence of coronary artery disease as exclusion criteria, there are some unclarified points. Firstly, what percentage of the patients underwent coronary angiography? Furthermore, it should be stated whether the patients with non-critical coronary artery disease were also included in the study