Transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR) for degenerated mitral valve bioprosthesis - A case series

Abstract

Mitral regurgitation (MR) is the leading cause of heart valve disease worldwide. In aging population, the incidence of mitral regurgitation (MR) has gradually surpassed that of aortic valve stenosis. We present a report of 5 cases,with history of rheumatic heart disease and old malfunction bioprosthetic valve, presenting with dyspnea, poor ejection fraction.Investigations revealed severe mitral stenosis and regurgitation. TMVR (trans catheter mitral valve replacement) was done with successful outcome.

Keywords

• Mitral valve
• Transcatheter
• Mitral valve repair
• Mitral valve replacement