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Comparison of pre-discharge echocardiographic data.
| Group 1 (n=22) | Group 2 (n=98) | P-value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discharge LVEF (%) | 55 (50-55) | 55 (45-55) | 0.324 |
| Discharge PASP (mmHg) | 50 (45-60) | 45 (35-50) | <0.001 |
| Grade II mitral valve regurgitation | 1 (5%) | 0 | 0.183 |
| Grade II paravalvular leak | 0 | 1 (1.02%) | >0.99 |
| Mean pressure gradient (mmHg) | 6.5 (5.7-8.2) | 6.1 (5-7.85) | 0.240 |
LVEF=left ventricular ejection fraction; PASP=pulmonary artery systolic pressure
