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Successful M-TEER in a young patient with severe primary mitral regurgitation unsuitable for surgery: A Case Report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Background: Mitral transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (M-TEER) is commonly performed in elderly patients with severe mitral regurgitation (MR) who are deemed high-risk for surgery. However, its application in younger patients remains limited. Case summary: We present the case of a 45-year-old male with a history of mitral valve prolapse, who developed severe MR due to chordal rupture. Surgical mitral valve repair was not considered feasible, and the patient successfully underwent M-TEER with implantation of two MitraClips XTW (Abbott Medical, USA), resulting in mild residual regurgitation and a mean mitral valve gradient of 5 mmHg. Discussion: This case highlights the potential role of M-TEER in selected young patients, expanding its indications beyond traditional cohorts.

Source: European Heart Journal - Case Reports

DOI: 10.1093/ehjcr/ytaf464

Authors: Giovanni Bellina, Salvatore Scandura, Carmelo Grasso, Placido Maria Mazzone, Davide Capodanno

Institution: Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Policlinico "G.Rodolico - San Marco"

Language: English

Topic: Cardiac Valve Diseases and Treatments

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $815