Surgical Aortic Valvuloplasty Versus Balloon Aortic Valve Dilatation in Children

Abstract

Balloon aortic valve dilatation (BAD) is assumed to provide the same outcomes as surgical aortic valvuloplasty (SAV). However, the development of precise modern surgical valvuloplasty techniques may result in better long-term durability of the aortic valve repair. This review of the recent literature suggests that current SAV provides a safe and durable repair. Furthermore, primary SAV appears to have greater freedom from reintervention and aortic valve replacement when compared to BAD.