Evaluation of Tricuspid Valve Repair Without Annuloplasty Ring in Intravenous Drug Abusers

BackgroundTricuspid valve endocarditis among intravenous (IV) drug abusers is increasing in prevalence in modern societies. The increased risk of reinfection in such patients makes surgical reintervention a risky decision. Repair is preferred over replacement to minimize the presence of foreign material in a potentially infected field.MethodsA retrospective, observational, comparative, nonrandomized study included all living patients presenting...