Comparison between interventional versus medical therapy in patients with rheumatic mitral valve stenosis in Tanzania
Reuben K. Mutagaywa,
Engerasiya Kifai,
Mercy Elinisa
et al.
Abstract:BackgroundRheumatic heart disease remains the most common cardiovascular disease in children and young adults. The outcome of interventional versus medical therapy on the long term is not fully elucidated yet. This study provides contemporary data on the clinical profile, treatment and follow up of patients with rheumatic mitral stenosis (MS) in Tanzania.MethodsPatients' medical information, investigations and treatment data were recorded in this prospective cohort study. They were followed up for 6–24 months … Show more
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