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    Area of Science:

    • Cardiovascular Surgery
    • Interventional Cardiology
    • Clinical Trials

    Background:

    • Mitral valve disease prevalence has shifted from rheumatic fever to ischemic heart disease in Scandinavia.
    • Increasing patient numbers require mitral valve procedures, with a dismal prognosis for many with ischemic mitral valve disease.
    • Uncertainty exists regarding the survival benefits of surgical intervention for ischemic mitral valve disease.

    Discussion:

    • The optimal procedure for ischemic related functional mitral valve disease remains controversial.
    • The MoMIC trial addresses the uncertainty surrounding treatment choices for moderate ischemic mitral regurgitation.
    • This study protocol outlines a randomized multicenter approach to resolve this clinical dilemma.

    Key Insights:

    • The study aims to determine if revascularization alone or combined revascularization and mitral valve annuloplasty is superior.
    • Focus on patients with ischemia related moderate mitral regurgitation.
    • Clarifying treatment choice for improved life expectancy in this patient group.

    Outlook:

    • The MoMIC trial is expected to provide crucial evidence for guiding treatment strategies.
    • Findings will inform clinical practice guidelines for managing ischemic mitral regurgitation.
    • Potential to significantly impact patient survival and quality of life.