New frontiers in mitral valve replacement

 

Objectives:

Going beyond mitral valve repair and replacement, this session will bring fresh insights into the mitral space with a special focus on patient health. With speakers from the USA, South America, and Europe, you can engage with leading experts as they share insights on the current landscape and the future of mitral valve therapies. Topics will include the importance of minimally-invasive approaches, valve technology advancements, and cardiac ERAS protocols.

 

Chairmen:

Vinod Thourani, USA

Marjan Jahangiri, UK

 

Programme:

12.15 – Welcome – Vinod Thourani, USA & Marjan Jahangiri, UK

12.20 – From North to South and East to West: Mitral valve replacement in motion – Eduardo Saadi, Brazil

12.35 – Evidence on MIS: Show me the data  – Joerg Kempfert, Germany

12.50 – ERACS in mitral valve surgery, the next big thing? – Marjan Jahangiri, UK

13.05 – Mitral valve replacement: What can we learn from the aortic side? – Vinod Thourani, USA

13.20 – Group Discussion – All