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CNU0010.1177/1474515114528126European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing 0(0)Thomson-Mangnall et al.

EUROPEAN SOCIETY OF CARDIOLOGY ®

Review Article

Health-related quality of life of patients after mechanical valve replacement surgery: An integrative review

European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing 2015, Vol. 14(1) 16­–25 © The European Society of Cardiology 2014 Reprints and permissions: sagepub.co.uk/journalsPermissions.nav DOI: 10.1177/1474515114528126 cnu.sagepub.com

Linda J Thomson Mangnall1,2, Robyn D Gallagher2, David W Sibbritt2 and Margaret M Fry2,3

Abstract Background: Heart valve replacement surgery is undertaken to improve cardiac function and health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Mechanical valves are typically used for younger people (aged

Health-related quality of life of patients after mechanical valve replacement surgery: an integrative review.

Heart valve replacement surgery is undertaken to improve cardiac function and health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Mechanical valves are typically ...
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