Long-term results of the edge-to-edge repair for failed mitral valve repair as a bailout option

ConclusionThere is a slowly progressive elevation of TMPG after E2E mitral repair, while mildly elevated TMPG can be tolerated in most patients. In appropriate patients, the E2E repair combined with annuloplasty provides an effective “bailout” choice.
Source: General Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research