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[Update on tricuspid regurgitation].

Diego Bellavia, Samuele Pentiricci, Michele Senni

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    Tricuspid regurgitation (TR) is often overlooked, yet functional TR significantly impacts outcomes in advanced heart failure. This review highlights the growing evidence for aggressive surgical repair of functional TR.

    Area of Science:

    • Cardiology
    • Cardiac Surgery
    • Echocardiography

    Context:

    • Tricuspid regurgitation (TR), often detected by echocardiography, has been historically neglected.
    • Functional TR, linked to annular dilation and leaflet tethering, is the most common cause of tricuspid valve pathology.
    • The prognostic significance of TR in left-sided valvular disease is established, but its role in advanced left ventricular dysfunction is less clear.

    Purpose:

    • To provide a comprehensive review of tricuspid regurgitation (TR).
    • To cover valve anatomy, etiology, pathophysiology, epidemiology, natural history, and clinical evaluation.
    • To discuss the prognostic role of TR and summarize management guidelines.

    Summary:

    • Functional TR is prevalent and often undertreated due to misconceptions about its impact.

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  • Recent evidence supports a more aggressive surgical approach to functional TR.
  • Understanding TR pathophysiology and clinical evaluation is crucial for patient management.

    • Impact:

    • This review aims to clarify the importance of functional TR in patient stratification.
    • It emphasizes the need for careful tricuspid valve examination and timely intervention.
    • The findings support updated management strategies for patients with TR and heart failure.