by Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair (TMVR) and Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement (TMVR) are minimally invasive procedures that are used to treat certain types of heart valve problems.
The mitral valve is one of the four heart valves that regulate blood flow through the heart. It is located between the left atrium and the left ventricle and prevents blood from flowing backward into the lungs. Mitral valve problems can occur due to various reasons such as congenital abnormalities, age-related degeneration, or disease.
Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair (TMVR):
TMVR is a minimally invasive procedure that is used to repair a damaged or leaking mitral valve. During this procedure, a catheter is inserted through a small incision in the groin or chest and guided up to the heart. The catheter is then used to place a small clip or implant onto the valve, which helps to improve its function and prevent blood from leaking backward.
TMVR is typically performed under general anesthesia and can take several hours to complete. Patients may need to stay in the hospital for a few days after the procedure to recover.
Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement (TMVR):
TMVR is a minimally invasive procedure that is used to replace a damaged or diseased mitral valve with a new one. This procedure is similar to TMVR but involves placing a new valve inside the existing valve.
During the procedure, a catheter is inserted through a small incision in the groin or chest and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then guided through the catheter and positioned inside the existing valve. Once the new valve is in place, it is opened and secured in position.
TMVR is typically performed under general anesthesia and can take several hours to complete. Patients may need to stay in the hospital for a few days after the procedure to recover.
Both TMVR and TMVR are newer techniques in the field of heart surgery and are not appropriate for all mitral valve problems. Your doctor will evaluate your condition and determine if these procedures are appropriate for you.
