Project description:AimsTranscatheter tricuspid edge-to-edge repair (T-TEER) has gained widespread use for the treatment of tricuspid regurgitation (TR) in symptomatic patients with high operative risk. Although secondary TR is the most common pathology, some patients exhibit primary or predominantly primary TR. Characterization of patients with these pathologies in the T-TEER context has not been systematically performed.Methods and resultsPatients assigned to T-TEER by the interdisciplinary heart team were consecutively recruited in two European centres over 4 years. Echocardiographic images were evaluated to distinguish between primary and secondary causes of TR. Both groups were compared concerning procedural results. A total of 339 patients were recruited, 13% with primary TR and 87% with secondary TR. Patients with primary TR had a smaller right ventricle (basal diameter 45 vs. 49 mm, P = 0.004), a better right ventricular function (fractional area change 45 vs. 41%, P = 0.001), a smaller right (28 vs. 34 cm2, P = 0.021) and left (52 vs. 67 mL/m2, P = 0.038) atrium, and a better left ventricular ejection fraction (60 vs. 52%, P = 0.005). The severity of TR was similar in primary and secondary TR at baseline (TR vena contracta width pre-interventional 13 ± 4 vs. 14 ± 5 mm, P = 0.19), and T-TEER significantly reduced TR in both groups (TR vena contracta width post-interventional 4 ± 3 vs. 5 ± 5 mm, P = 0.10). These findings remained stable after propensity score matching. Complications were similar between both groups.ConclusionT-TEER confers equally safe and effective reduction of TR in patients with primary and secondary TR.
Project description:A patient with severe mitral regurgitation and chronic systolic heart failure taking inotropic support at home presents for transcatheter edge-to-edge mitral valve repair, complicated by torrential mitral regurgitation from damaged mitral leaflets requiring escalating mechanical circulatory support and ultimately expedited orthotopic heart transplantation. (Level of Difficulty: Intermediate.).
Project description:Highlights•Tricuspid regurgitation with mitral valve disease is associated with poor outcomes.•Transcatheter edge-to-edge repair of the tricuspid valve can be done successfully.•Intraprocedural echocardiography is essential for transcatheter tricuspid therapies.
Project description:BackgroundObesity and underweight represent classical risk factors for outcome in patients treated for cardiovascular disease. This study describes the impact of different body mass index (BMI) categories on 1-year clinical outcome in patients with tricuspid regurgitation (TR) undergoing transcatheter-edge-to-edge repair (TEER).MethodsWe analyzed 211 consecutive patients (age 78.3 ± 7.2 years, 55.5% female, median EuroSCORE II 9.6 ± 6.7) with tricuspid regurgitation undergoing TEER from June 2015 until May 2021. Patients were prospectively enrolled in our single center registry and were retrospectively analyzed. Patients were stratified according to body mass index (BMI) into 4 groups: BMI < 20 kg/m2 (underweight), BMI 20.0 to < 25.0 kg/m2 (normal weight), BMI 25.0 to > 30.0 kg/m2 (overweight) and BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2 (obese).ResultsKaplan-Meier survival curves demonstrated inferior survival for underweight and obese patients, but comparable outcomes for normal and overweight patients (global log rank test, p < 0.01). Cardiovascular death was significantly higher in underweight patients compared to the other groups (24.1% vs. 7.0% vs. 6.3% vs. 6.4%; p < 0.01). Over all, there were comparable rates of bleeding, stroke and myocardial infarction. Multivariable Cox regression analysis (adjusted for age, gender, coronary artery disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, tricuspid annular plane systolic excursion, left-ventricular ejection fraction) confirmed underweight (HR 3.88; 95% CI 1.64-7.66; p < 0.01) and obesity (HR 3.24; 95% CI 1.37-9.16; p < 0.01) as independent risk factors for 1-year all-cause mortality.ConclusionsCompared to normal weight and overweight patients, obesity and underweight patients undergoing TEER display significant higher 1-year all-cause mortality.
Project description:Double-orifice mitral valve (DOMV), a rare congenital heart disease, is the inspiration behind the transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER). Here we report a successful TEER case in a patient with DOMV with severe regurgitation. The patient's symptoms were greatly improved after the procedure.
Project description:Transcatheter tricuspid valve repair (TTVr) has emerged as an alternative for the treatment of severe tricuspid regurgitation (TR). We report our initial experience with an edge-to-edge TTVr system in a high-volume institution.MethodsWe included consecutive patients who underwent edge-to-edge TTVr systems. The primary efficacy endpoint was a reduction in the TR of at least one grade. The primary safety endpoint was procedure-related clinical serious adverse events.ResultsA total of 28 patients underwent TTVr with edge-to-edge systems. All patients presented with at least severe TR with a high impact on quality of life (82% of patients in NYHA class ≥ III). The Triclip system was the most used device (89%). The primary efficacy endpoint was met in all patients. Only one patient experienced a procedural complication (femoral pseudoaneurysm). At three-month follow-up, 83% of patients were in NYHA I or II (18% baseline vs. 83% 3 months follow-up; p < 0.001). Echocardiography follow-up showed residual TR ≤ 2 in 79% of patients (paired p < 0.001). At the maximum follow-up (median follow up = 372 days), no patients had died.ConclusionsEdge-to-edge TTVr systems seem to represent a very valid alternative to prevent morbidity and mortality associated with TR as depicted by the favorable efficacy and safety.
Project description:BackgroundPapillary muscle (PM) rupture is a devastating mechanical complication of myocardial infarction that leads to cardiogenic shock and death. In this case, we report a patient with acute mitral regurgitation due to PM rupture that was treated successfully with MitraClip.Case summaryAn 85-year-old female patient with anterior ST-elevation myocardial infarction complicated with PM rupture and acute severe mitral regurgitation was admitted to our hospital. The patient's surgical risk was considered to be prohibitively high, and was therefore, referred for transcatheter edge-to-edge repair with MitraClip. The procedure was successful, and the patient was discharged home in a stable condition.DiscussionAcute mitral regurgitation due to PM rupture is a mechanical complication of myocardial infarction that should be treated early because of high mortality rates. This case highlights the role of MitraClip in acute mitral regurgitation and acute heart failure as an alternative to surgery method in high-risk patients.
Project description:BackgroundTricuspid regurgitation is gaining importance due to its high morbidity and mortality. Especially in the elderly, novel technologies in percutaneous therapies have become valuable options due to the commonly present high surgical risk.Case presentationWe report a case of a 78-year-old female suffering from massive tricuspid regurgitation with repetitive right-sided heart failure hospitalizations. As the patient was very frail and deemed as high surgical risk, we used the TriClip® system to improve her symptomatic status. During diagnostic work-up, an additional membrane separating the right atrium, consistent with the definition of a cor triatriatum dexter, was found. Although increasing the complexity of the procedure, implantation of 3 clips with reduction of tricuspid regurgitation to a mild-to-moderate degree was achieved without any notable complications. The patient was discharged with ameliorated symptoms on the fourth postoperative day.ConclusionsOur case highlights the feasibility of percutaneous edge-to-edge tricuspid valve repair in an elderly woman with cor triatriatum dexter. Accurate echocardiographic visualization is an absolute requirement to gain access to the tricuspid valve without interacting with prevailing additional membranes.
Project description:Traumatic tricuspid valve injury is rare, accounting for 0.02% of traumatic injuries. The majority of cases result from blunt force trauma to the chest, however penetrating injuries have been documented in literature. Patients' can be in the full spectrum of disease, from asymptomatic to cardiogenic shock. Indications for surgery include right heart failure or evidence of right heart volume overload in the setting of significant tricuspid regurgitation. Early surgical repair is warranted to preserve right ventricular function. Surgery also needs to be planned in conjunction with the patients' other injuries. In some cases, it may be beneficial for surgery to be delayed whilst the patient is closely observed, in order for the patient to recover from concomitant injuries. We report two cases of tricuspid regurgitation in the context of blunt trauma, and our approach to the management of these patients.
Project description:A 27-year-old man admitted with tricuspid valve endocarditis with a large vegetation, persistent bacteremia, and pulmonary and systemic septic embolization was deemed not a suitable surgical candidate. He underwent percutaneous vegetation debulking using the AngioVac system. The patient defervesced post-operatively with clinical improvement but with abruptly worsened tricuspid regurgitation. (Level of Difficulty: Beginner.).