048 * safety and feasibility of a new adjustable mitral annuloplasty ring: a multicentre european experience

Conclusion: We conclude that implantation of this new adjustable annuloplasty ring is safe and effective. Late adjustment of this ring is feasible and may allow addressing recurrent MR. Additional experience and long-term follow-up are required to establish the clinical value of this technology.

Source: Interactive CardioVascular and Thoracic Surgery - September 23, 2014 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Andreas, M., Kocher, A., Livesey, S., Castella, M., Casselman, F., Doll, N., Laufer, G., Czesla, M. Tags: Part II: Understanding the mitral valve Source Type: research