Long-Term Outcomes and Predictors After Percutaneous Balloon Pulmonary Valvuloplasty for Pediatric Isolated Valvular Pulmonary Stenosis: A Systematic Review - Scorecard - MDSpire

Long-Term Outcomes and Predictors After Percutaneous Balloon Pulmonary Valvuloplasty for Pediatric Isolated Valvular Pulmonary Stenosis: A Systematic Review

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  • Mariana M. Pereira

  • Joana O. Miranda

  • July 9, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Long-Term Prognosis and Influencing Factors Following Percutaneous Balloon Pulmonary Valvuloplasty in Children with Isolated Valvular Pulmonary Stenosis: A Comprehensive Review

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionIsolated Pulmonary Valve Stenosis
Key MechanismsObstruction of the right ventricular outflow tract at the valvular level.
Target PopulationPediatric patients (< 18 years of age) with isolated pulmonary valve stenosis.
Care SettingCardiology

Key Highlights

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Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Detection of an abnormal heart murmur on routine cardiac auscultation is common.

Management

  • BPV is the preferred treatment for isolated pulmonary valve stenosis.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Long-term follow-up is necessary to assess for restenosis and pulmonary insufficiency.

Risks

  • Risk factors for long-term adverse outcomes are not well established.

Patient & Prescribing Data

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Clinical Best Practices

  • Conduct systematic follow-up for patients post-BPV to monitor for complications.
  • Utilize a structured methodology for assessing long-term outcomes in BPV studies.

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