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  • 1Division of Cardiology, University of California-San Francisco, 505 Parnassus Avenue, Suite M1182, Box 0124, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA.

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Functional mitral regurgitation is common in heart failure and impacts symptoms. Transcatheter mitral valve repair is a growing treatment option for selected patients, with expanding indications and devices.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Medical Devices

Background:

  • Functional mitral regurgitation (FMR) is prevalent across heart failure phenotypes.
  • FMR significantly contributes to symptom burden and adverse cardiac remodeling.
  • Transcatheter mitral valve edge-to-edge repair (TEER) has emerged as a key therapeutic option.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the role of TEER in managing heart failure patients with FMR.
  • To discuss current patient selection criteria and evolving indications for TEER.
  • To highlight the expanding landscape of TEER device platforms.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature and clinical guidelines.
  • Analysis of patient selection parameters including heart failure staging and comorbidities.
  • Evaluation of anatomical criteria for successful TEER.

Main Results:

  • TEER is a valuable addition to the heart failure treatment armamentarium.
  • Careful patient selection is crucial for optimal outcomes.
  • Indications and available device technologies for TEER are rapidly advancing.

Conclusions:

  • TEER offers a minimally invasive approach for selected heart failure patients with FMR.
  • Ongoing research and technological advancements are expanding the utility of TEER.
  • Personalized patient selection remains paramount for successful FMR management.