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  • Title: [Lutembacher's syndrome].
    Author: Guo H, Zhang J, Wu R, Lu C, Zhuang J, Zheng S.
    Journal: Zhonghua Wai Ke Za Zhi; 1999 Dec; 37(12):747-8. PubMed ID: 11829943.
    Abstract:
    OBJECTIVE: To compare classical and acquired Lutembacher's syndrome (mitral restenosis after percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty) in attempt to know their different in pathophysiology, diagnosis, and surgical treatment. METHODS: The data from 22 cases of classical and acquired Lutembacher's syndrome who underwent surgical treatment in the same period were analyzed. RESULTS: No death occurred in the classical group. In the acquired group the mortality however was 42.8% for those highly complicated with pulmonary hypertension and right heart failure. CONCLUSIONS: Classical Lutembacher's syndrome can be corrected satisfactorily. The acquired one deteriorates rapidly with severe pulmonary hypertension and right heart failure, and needs early surgical intervention reduce the operation mortality.
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