title: [Long-term outcome of mechanical prostheses].
abstract: The insertion of mechanical valve prostheses has transformed the particularly severe natural history of certain valve diseases. The inherent complications of the valve decrease the quality of these results. Thromboembolic and haemorrhagic complications remain the major drawbacks of mechanical prostheses. These risks are reasonable for the aortic orifice, especially with well adapted anticoagulant treatment, but many authors prefer bioprostheses for the mitral orifice.
mesh_terms: D006350:Heart Valve Prosthesis / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D011379:Prognosis; D013923:Thromboembolism / Q000209:etiology*; D013997:Time Factors
vernacular_title: Le devenir éloigné des prothèses mécaniques.