A porcine AV is placed in the MV position. The choice of valve type involves many considerations. Porcine valves have been very popular due to decreased incidence of tissue rejection and central blood flow orifice. These valves can also tear, prolapse, flail and become infected. Caged valves are more durable, however their higher profile may not be appropriate for small hearts.
Dysfunction is often of mechanical origin.
Valve reconstruction is growing in popularity because it eliminates the concern of rejection. Contents of this publication are subject to change without notice. The provisions of this publication do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied between any applicant, student, or faculty member of the College of Allied Health. The University of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Institution.