Coronary arterial disease in patients undergoing percutaneous edge‐to‐edge mitral valve repair: Handle with care

Key Points Percutaneous mitral valve repair using the MitraClip System is a revolutionary treatment option for patients with severe mitral regurgitation (MR) and prohibitive surgical risk. Coronary arterial disease is a frequent comorbidity in patients with severe MR. The impact of concomitant coron...

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Published in:Catheterization and cardiovascular interventions 2021-04, Vol.97 (5), p.925-926
Main Authors: Musumeci, Giuseppe, Colopi, Marzia
Format: Article
Language:English
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Mitral valve
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Summary:Key Points Percutaneous mitral valve repair using the MitraClip System is a revolutionary treatment option for patients with severe mitral regurgitation (MR) and prohibitive surgical risk. Coronary arterial disease is a frequent comorbidity in patients with severe MR. The impact of concomitant coronary artery disease and revascularization on outcome in patients undergoing transcatheter mitral valve repair is still an ongoing debate.
ISSN:1522-1946
1522-726X
DOI:10.1002/ccd.29660