Chordal Rupture Following MitraClip Implantation Resulting in Massive Mitral Regurgitation

J Invasive Cardiol. 2015 Oct;27(10):E224-5.

Abstract

MitraClip (Abbott Vascular) therapy has been reported to be a safe and effective treatment for mitral regurgitation, even when the commissures are targeted. However, complications during the procedure may occur. We present a 44-year-old patient who underwent MitraClip implantation complicated by chordal rupture, resulting in emergent mitral valve replacement.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Video-Audio Media

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Chordae Tendineae / injuries*
  • Echocardiography, Transesophageal
  • Heart Valve Prosthesis / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Intraoperative Complications*
  • Male
  • Mitral Valve / diagnostic imaging
  • Mitral Valve / surgery*
  • Mitral Valve Insufficiency / diagnosis
  • Mitral Valve Insufficiency / surgery*
  • Rupture