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What Is Mitral Valve Clip Procedure?
The mitral valve clip procedure is a way to repair your mitral heart valve without open heart surgery.
This allows for greater blood to flow in the right direction.
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The mitral valve clip procedure is usually scheduled and performed in an outpatient setting.
Contraindications
The mitral valve clip procedure is generally a safe choice even for high-risk surgical candidates.
Unfortunately, some people are not candidates for the mitral valve clip procedure.
Most healthcare providers believe that the traditional open heart procedure is best for those with severe mitral regurgitation symptoms.
The mitral valve clip is also contraindicated in those who cannot tolerate anticoagulation during or after the procedure.
Two procedural complications include:
There may also be complications related to the implantation of the clip.
The defective valve does not shut tightly hence the term mitral valve insufficiency.
The medical condition that occurs as a result of an insufficient or defective heart valve is mitral regurgitation.
Higher risk patients usually require an overnight stay in the hospital where the procedure is performed.
Bringing a change of clothes is suggested for those who are required to stay overnight.
An overnight stay is usually to monitor for complications since the procedure is relatively short and painless.
Recovery
Most people experience immediate relief of their mitral regurgitation symptoms after the procedure.
Most patients will be discharged with medication instructions.
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