[Balloon aortic valvuloplasty in the adult. Immediate results and in-hospital complications in the latest series of 141 consecutive patients at the University Hospital of Rouen (2002-2005)].

Abstract

In the hands of skilled operators, aortic percutaneous balloon dilatation has become a simple technique, associated with a low risk of complications despite a very ill patient population. This technique remains a good option for a number of patients before the onset of percutaneous aortic valve implantation.