Complications during percutaneous edge-to-edge mitral valve repair

Herz. 2013 Aug;38(5):484-9. doi: 10.1007/s00059-013-3860-9.

Abstract

Transcatheter edge-to-edge mitral valve repair is an approach for treating mitral regurgitation, which is an alternative for surgery in patients with a high surgical risk. Although the safety and efficacy of the technique have been demonstrated, it is still associated with potentially life-threatening complications. The aim of this paper is to discuss the nature, management, and prevention of the most important procedural complications associated with this procedure.

MeSH terms

  • Coronary Sinus / surgery*
  • Evidence-Based Medicine
  • Humans
  • Mitral Valve Annuloplasty / adverse effects*
  • Mitral Valve Annuloplasty / methods*
  • Mitral Valve Insufficiency / complications*
  • Mitral Valve Insufficiency / surgery*
  • Postoperative Complications / etiology*
  • Postoperative Complications / prevention & control*
  • Treatment Outcome