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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
  • Congenital Heart Disease

Background:

  • Double-orifice mitral valve (DMV) is a rare congenital anomaly.
  • Severe mitral regurgitation (MR) in pediatric patients necessitates timely intervention.
  • Surgical repair of complex congenital heart defects presents unique challenges.

Observation:

  • A 6-year-old patient presented with a symptomatic double-orifice mitral valve and severe mitral regurgitation.
  • The complex mitral valve anatomy posed a surgical challenge for standard repair techniques.

Findings:

  • Successful mitral valve repair was performed in a pediatric patient with a double-orifice mitral valve.
  • The surgical repair effectively addressed the severe mitral regurgitation.
  • Intraoperative and postoperative assessments confirmed excellent functional results.

Implications:

  • Mitral valve repair is a viable and effective treatment option for pediatric patients with double-orifice mitral valve and severe regurgitation.
  • Complex mitral valve anatomy should not preclude surgical repair, as favorable outcomes can be achieved.
  • This case highlights the importance of tailored surgical approaches for congenital mitral valve anomalies.