what are the Recommendations for Choice of Mechanical Versus Bioprosthetic AVR
Referenced studies that support the recommendations are
summarized in Online Data Supplements 11 and 12.?
For patients 50 to 65 years of age who require AVR and who do not have a contraindication to anticoagulation, it is reasonable to individualize the choice of either a mechanical or bioprosthetic AVR with consideration of individual patient factors and after informed shared decision-making.