Severe Tricuspid Regurgitation

The tricuspid valve is a large valve in the heart that sits between two chambers: the right atrium and the right ventricle. It has three flaps that open and close to let blood flow through properly. Sometimes, this valve doesn't close tightly, causing blood to leak backward. This is called tricuspid regurgitation. There are two main types: one caused by problems with the valve itself (primary) and the other by issues elsewhere in the heart (secondary). The primary type is rare and usually caused by birth defects or other heart conditions. Secondary type is more common and often happens because of problems like heart disease or high blood pressure in the lungs.

Symptoms of severe tricuspid regurgitation include shortness of breath, fatigue, and swelling in the legs and abdomen. Treatment may involve medications or, in severe cases, surgery to repair or replace the valve.

Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair with the TriClip™

Transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER) with the TriClip is a minimally invasive procedure that treats valve leakage by using a catheter inserted through the femoral vein to deliver one or more clips with two arms to capture and lock valve leaflets without requiring open heart surgery. This innovative treatment presents a safe and minimally invasive option for managing valve leakage, representing a significant advancement in cardiovascular care.