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I had a bio prosthetic valve replaced a couple of years ago. since that time, i have been on blood thinners. i have read that it is not necessary to continue taking blood thinners with an animal valve. is this true?
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There are still no clear data with regard to anticoagulation with bio prosthetic valves. Aortic bio prosthesis are anticoagulated for 3-4 months to ensure adequate endothelial coverage whereas mitral bioprosthsis are anticoagulated long term. Anticoagulants are desirable because of atrial dilatation and likelihood of atrial fibrillation and thromboembolism.
Answered 3/10/2021
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