Stripe BR, Singh GD, Smith T, Rogers JH. Retrieval of a MitraClip from the left atrium using a two-snare technique: Case report and review of the literature.
Catheter Cardiovasc Interv 2019;
96:210-214. [PMID:
31617308 DOI:
10.1002/ccd.28538]
[Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2019] [Accepted: 10/01/2019] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
Abstract
MitraClip is used for reduction of mitral insufficiency in patients who are not good surgical candidates, but with expanding indications, the use of MitraClip and the number of complications will increase. Here is presented a case of a single leaflet device attachment that worsened the patient's mitral insufficiency, as well as the technique for stabilizing the valve followed by retrieval of the device. A special focus is placed on removing the using a two-snare technique to avoid the need for a surgical cutdown and repair.
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