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Francesco Ancona1, Stefano Stella2, Cristina Capogrosso2

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Functional tricuspid regurgitation (TR) is common and a prognostic factor in heart disease. Multimodality imaging, including 3D echocardiography and CT, is key to understanding TR pathophysiology and guiding interventions.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Cardiac Imaging
  • Valvular Heart Disease

Background:

  • The right ventricle and tricuspid valve (TV) have been historically understudied.
  • Functional tricuspid regurgitation (TR) is now the most prevalent cause of severe TR.
  • Severe TR is an emerging prognostic indicator across various cardiac conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the anatomy of the tricuspid valve.
  • To detail echocardiographic views for assessing TV morphology, function, and TR severity.
  • To discuss the role of multimodality imaging in evaluating TR.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing two-dimensional and three-dimensional echocardiography for detailed TV apparatus and annulus characterization.
  • Employing CT scans for complementary information on annular structure and its relation to the coronary artery.
  • Reviewing established transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiographic views.

Main Results:

  • 3D echocardiography provides detailed insights into the tricuspid valve apparatus and annulus.
  • CT imaging offers valuable data on annular structure and its spatial relationship with the right coronary artery.
  • Specific echocardiographic views are defined for comprehensive TR evaluation.

Conclusions:

  • A multimodality imaging approach is essential for understanding TR pathophysiology.
  • 3D echocardiography and CT are crucial for characterizing the tricuspid valve and annulus.
  • This review provides a framework for evaluating TR and discusses interventional considerations.