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Mitral Valve Regurgitation and Mitral Valve Replacement

Mitral valve regurgitation happens when the mitral valve, which controls blood flow between the left atrium and the left ventricle within the heart, does not close properly. This allows blood to flow back within the heart, and the heart is not able to pump blood to the body as efficiently. The defect is corrected with an open heart surgery to replace the damaged mitral valve with a tissue or mechanical valve.

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"Clothespin" Like Clip Insertion to Repair Faulty Mitral Heart Valve

According to a new study released Sunday, inserting a clip resembling a clothespin into the heart can help doctors efficiently repair a defective mitral valve....Read More

Posted on : Monday, March 22, 2010 9:56 PM
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halleith
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How does one go about getting on the list for a MitraClip? I have severe regurgitation but because of previous bypass surgery I am not a good candidate for open heart surgery. I am 81 years old. Please let me know how apply for this procedure.
Replied on Monday, March 22, 2010 9:56 PM

Juniormint86
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My grandfather is having this procedure tomorrow morning. It might prolong his life from 3-6 months to 2 to 5 good quaility of life years. His cardiologist is Dr. Colhmia in Tahlequah Oklahoma.
Replied on Sunday, October 24, 2010 6:36 PM
 


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