| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2878588 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2009 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
In patients undergoing MVR, tricuspid repair is indicated when TR exceeds 2+ to alleviate heart failure symptoms, but without significantly improving survival in this population. TR of 2+ or less may not require repair. Echocardiographic tricuspid annular dimensions alone, in the absence of significant (⤠1+) TR preoperatively, should not dictate the performance of tricuspid repair.
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Authors
Vincent MD, Ian G. MD, B.-Khanh MD, MPH, Titus BS, Anthony BS, Thierry G. MD, PhD, Marc MD, MPH,