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Accurate assessment of the tricuspid valve is crucial for managing severe tricuspid regurgitation (TR). Advanced imaging techniques guide surgical and transcatheter treatments for TR patients, improving outcomes.

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  • Cardiology
  • Medical Imaging

Background:

  • Severe tricuspid regurgitation (TR) significantly increases morbidity and mortality.
  • Transcatheter interventions offer treatment options for high-risk patients with TR.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the role of various imaging modalities in assessing the tricuspid valve and right heart.
  • To highlight data essential for planning and guiding interventional procedures for TR.

Main Methods:

  • Review of 2D and 3D echocardiography.
  • Review of cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR).
  • Review of multidetector row computed tomography (MDCT).

Main Results:

  • These imaging modalities provide detailed anatomical and functional information.
  • Echocardiography, CMR, and MDCT are fundamental for evaluating the tricuspid valve apparatus, right ventricle, and right atrium.
  • Specific data crucial for interventional procedure planning are identified.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate assessment of the tricuspid valve and right heart is vital for effective TR management.
  • Advanced imaging techniques are indispensable for guiding both surgical and percutaneous interventions.
  • This review emphasizes the utility of echocardiography, CMR, and MDCT in optimizing TR treatment strategies.