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van Kampen A, Morningstar JE, Goudot G, Ingels N, Wenk JF, Nagata Y, Yaghoubian KM, Norris RA, Borger MA, Melnitchouk S, Levine RA, Jensen MO. Utilization of Engineering Advances for Detailed Biomechanical Characterization of the Mitral-Ventricular Relationship to Optimize Repair Strategies: A Comprehensive Review. Bioengineering (Basel) 2023; 10:601. [PMID: 37237671 PMCID: PMC10215167 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering10050601] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2023] [Revised: 05/10/2023] [Accepted: 05/12/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
Abstract
The geometrical details and biomechanical relationships of the mitral valve-left ventricular apparatus are very complex and have posed as an area of research interest for decades. These characteristics play a major role in identifying and perfecting the optimal approaches to treat diseases of this system when the restoration of biomechanical and mechano-biological conditions becomes the main target. Over the years, engineering approaches have helped to revolutionize the field in this regard. Furthermore, advanced modelling modalities have contributed greatly to the development of novel devices and less invasive strategies. This article provides an overview and narrative of the evolution of mitral valve therapy with special focus on two diseases frequently encountered by cardiac surgeons and interventional cardiologists: ischemic and degenerative mitral regurgitation.
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Affiliation(s)
- Antonia van Kampen
- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02114, USA
- Leipzig Heart Centre, University Clinic of Cardiac Surgery, 02189 Leipzig, Germany
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC 29425, USA
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- Cardiac Ultrasound Laboratory, Department of Cardiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40508, USA;
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- Cardiac Ultrasound Laboratory, Department of Cardiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC 29425, USA
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- Leipzig Heart Centre, University Clinic of Cardiac Surgery, 02189 Leipzig, Germany
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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- Cardiac Ultrasound Laboratory, Department of Cardiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701, USA
- Department of Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA
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Park MH, van Kampen A, Melnitchouk S, Wilkerson RJ, Nagata Y, Zhu Y, Wang H, Pandya PK, Morningstar JE, Borger MA, Levine RA, Woo YJ. Native and Post-Repair Residual Mitral Valve Prolapse Increases Forces Exerted on the Papillary Muscles: A Possible Mechanism for Localized Fibrosis? Circ Cardiovasc Interv 2022; 15:e011928. [PMID: 36538583 PMCID: PMC9782735 DOI: 10.1161/circinterventions.122.011928] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2022] [Accepted: 10/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Recent studies have linked mitral valve prolapse to localized myocardial fibrosis, ventricular arrhythmia, and even sudden cardiac death independent of mitral regurgitation or hemodynamic dysfunction. The primary mechanistic theory is rooted in increased papillary muscle traction and forces due to prolapse, yet no biomechanical evidence exists showing increased forces. Our objective was to evaluate the biomechanical relationship between prolapse and papillary muscle forces, leveraging advances in ex vivo modeling and technologies. We hypothesized that mitral valve prolapse with limited hemodynamic dysfunction leads to significantly higher papillary muscle forces, which could be a possible trigger for cellular and electrophysiological changes in the papillary muscles and adjacent myocardium. METHODS We developed an ex vivo papillary muscle force transduction and novel neochord length adjustment system capable of modeling targeted prolapse. Using 3 unique ovine models of mitral valve prolapse (bileaflet or posterior leaflet prolapse), we directly measured hemodynamics and forces, comparing physiologic and prolapsing valves. RESULTS We found that bileaflet prolapse significantly increases papillary muscle forces by 5% to 15% compared with an optimally coapting valve, which are correlated with statistically significant decreases in coaptation length. Moreover, we observed significant changes in the force profiles for prolapsing valves when compared with normal controls. CONCLUSIONS We discovered that bileaflet prolapse with the absence of hemodynamic dysfunction results in significantly elevated forces and altered dynamics on the papillary muscles. Our work suggests that the sole reduction of mitral regurgitation without addressing reduced coaptation lengths and thus increased leaflet surface area exposed to ventricular pressure gradients (ie, billowing leaflets) is insufficient for an optimal repair.
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- Matthew H. Park
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
- Cardiac Ultrasound Laboratory, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
- University Department of Cardiac Surgery, Leipzig Heart Center, Leipzig, Germany
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Cardiac Ultrasound Laboratory, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
- Department of Bioengineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC
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- University Department of Cardiac Surgery, Leipzig Heart Center, Leipzig, Germany
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- Cardiac Ultrasound Laboratory, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
- Department of Bioengineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
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Stephens SE, Kammien AJ, Paris JC, Applequist AP, Ingels NB, Jensen HK, Rodgers DE, Cole CR, Wenk JF, Jensen MO. In Vitro Mitral Valve Model with Unrestricted Ventricular Access: Using Vacuum to Close the Valve and Enable Static Trans-Mitral Pressure. J Cardiovasc Transl Res 2022; 15:845-854. [PMID: 34993757 PMCID: PMC9256857 DOI: 10.1007/s12265-021-10199-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2021] [Accepted: 12/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Current in vitro models of the left heart establish the pressure difference required to close the mitral valve by sealing and pressurizing the ventricular side of the valve, limiting important access to the subvalvular apparatus. This paper describes and evaluates a system that establishes physiological pressure differences across the valve using vacuum on the atrial side. The subvalvular apparatus is open to atmospheric pressure and accessible by tools and sensors, establishing a novel technique for experimentation on atrioventricular valves. Porcine mitral valves were excised and closed by vacuum within the atrial chamber. Images were used to document and analyze closure of the leaflets. Papillary muscle force and regurgitant flow rate were measured to be 4.07 N at 120 mmHg and approximately 12.1 ml/s respectively, both of which are within clinically relevant ranges. The relative ease of these measurements demonstrates the usefulness of improved ventricular access at peak pressure/force closure.
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- Sam E Stephens
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR, USA.,Department of Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Fayetteville, AR, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Washington Regional Medical Center, Fayetteville, AR, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Washington Regional Medical Center, Fayetteville, AR, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR, USA.
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Tjørnild MJ, Carlson Hanse L, Skov SN, Nielsen SL, Hasenkam JM, Røpcke DM. Entire mitral valve reconstruction using porcine extracellular matrix: static in vitro evaluation. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2020; 55:1095-1103. [PMID: 30597010 DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezy416] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2018] [Revised: 11/04/2018] [Accepted: 11/06/2018] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To investigate the feasibility of reconstruction of the entire mitral valve using a tube graft made of 2-ply small intestinal submucosa extracellular matrix in vitro. METHODS Seven explanted mitral valves with intact subvalvular apparatus from 80 kg pigs were evaluated in a left heart simulator and served as controls. After testing the native valve, the leaflets and chordae tendineae were explanted, and the 2-ply small intestinal submucosa extracellular matrix (CorMatrix®; Cardiovascular Inc., Alpharetta, GA, USA) tube graft was implanted. The characterization was based on geometric data from digital images, papillary muscle force, annular tethering force and leaflet pressure force. RESULTS The tube grafts were fully functional without any signs of leakage, tearing or rupture during incrementally increased pressures from 0 mmHg to 120 mmHg. The posterior leaflet moved anteriorly and became larger after reconstruction when compared with the native valve. However, the mid coaptation point was preserved. The anterior papillary muscle force decreased significantly (5.2 N vs 4.4 N, P = 0.022 at 120 mmHg), and the posterior papillary muscle force increased significantly (4.8 N vs 5.6 N, P = 0.017 at 120 mmHg) after reconstruction. CONCLUSIONS The entire mitral valvular and subvalvular reconstruction with a 2-ply small intestinal submucosa extracellular matrix tube graft is feasible in an in vitro model. Our method of reconstruction increased the convexity of the anterior leaflet's coaptation line and significantly redistributed the papillary muscle force towards the posterior papillary muscle. These promising results and the prospect of the entire mitral valvular and subvalvular reconstruction warrant further in vivo evaluations.
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- Marcell J Tjørnild
- Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark.,Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark.,Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark.,Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark.,Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark.,Department of Surgery, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark.,Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
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Grinberg D, Le MQ, Kwon YJ, Fernandez MA, Audigier D, Ganet F, Capsal JF, Obadia JF, Cottinet PJ. Mitral valve repair based on intraoperative objective measurement. Sci Rep 2019; 9:4677. [PMID: 30886234 PMCID: PMC6423320 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-019-41173-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2018] [Accepted: 02/19/2019] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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In this paper, we propose a very innovative designed system that enables optimal length adjustment during transapical neochordae implantation for mitral valve repair, increasing accuracy and reproducibility of neochordae length adjustment. Also, such a new device allowed real-time measurement and recording of chordae tension, producing original physiological data. To the best of our knowledge, the tension of chordae had never been measured previously as precisely, especially in in vivo human clinical trials. Preliminary experimental data have been collected on 10 selected patients, giving us the opportunity to assess for the first time the tension applied on the chordae implanted in beating human hearts. The final goal of our measuring device is to provide reliable objective intraoperative data to improve the understanding of changes occurring after mitral valve repair (MVR). This novel measuring instrument may bring change in the paradigm of MVR by allowing repair with strong objective and quantitative, instead of qualitative anatomical analysis.
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- Daniel Grinberg
- Department of adult cardiac surgery, Hopital cardiologique Louis Pradel - LYON medical school, 28, Avenue du Doyen Lépine, 69677 CEDEX, Bron, France. .,Université Lyon, INSA-Lyon, LGEF, EA682, F-69621, Villeurbanne, France. .,Department of cardiovascular surgery at Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai Health System, 1190 5th Avenue, 10029, New York City, NY, USA.
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- Université Lyon, INSA-Lyon, LGEF, EA682, F-69621, Villeurbanne, France
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- Department of cardiovascular surgery at Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai Health System, 1190 5th Avenue, 10029, New York City, NY, USA
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- French Institute for Research in Computer Science and Automation (INRIA), 2 Rue Simone IFF, 75012, Paris, France
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- Université Lyon, INSA-Lyon, LGEF, EA682, F-69621, Villeurbanne, France
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- Université Lyon, INSA-Lyon, LGEF, EA682, F-69621, Villeurbanne, France
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- Department of adult cardiac surgery, Hopital cardiologique Louis Pradel - LYON medical school, 28, Avenue du Doyen Lépine, 69677 CEDEX, Bron, France
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Rausch MK, Malinowski M, Meador WD, Wilton P, Khaghani A, Timek TA. The Effect of Acute Pulmonary Hypertension on Tricuspid Annular Height, Strain, and Curvature in Sheep. Cardiovasc Eng Technol 2018; 9:365-376. [DOI: 10.1007/s13239-018-0367-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2018] [Accepted: 05/24/2018] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Siefert AW, Siskey RL. Bench Models for Assessing the Mechanics of Mitral Valve Repair and Percutaneous Surgery. Cardiovasc Eng Technol 2015; 6:193-207. [PMID: 26577235 DOI: 10.1007/s13239-014-0196-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2014] [Accepted: 09/19/2014] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
Abstract
Rapid preclinical evaluations of mitral valve (MV) mechanics are currently best facilitated by bench models of the left ventricle (LV). This review aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of these models to aid interpretation of their resulting data, inform future experimental evaluations, and further the translation of results to procedure and device development. For this review, two types of experimental bench models were evaluated. Rigid LV models were characterized as fluid-mechanical systems capable of testing explanted MVs under static and or pulsatile left heart hemodynamics. Passive LV models were characterized as explanted hearts whose left side is placed in series with a static or pulsatile flow-loop. In both systems, MV function and mechanics can be quantitatively evaluated. Rigid and passive LV models were characterized and evaluated. The materials and methods involved in their construction, function, quantitative capabilities, and disease modeling were described. The advantages and disadvantages of each model are compared to aid the interpretation of their resulting data and inform future experimental evaluations. Repair and percutaneous studies completed in these models were additionally summarized with perspective on future advances discussed. Bench models of the LV provide excellent platforms for quantifying MV repair mechanics and function. While exceptional work has been reported, more research and development is necessary to improve techniques and devices for repair and percutaneous surgery. Continuing efforts in this field will significantly contribute to the further development of procedures and devices, predictions of long-term performance, and patient safety.
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- Andrew W Siefert
- Exponent Failure Analysis Associates, 3440 Market Street Suite 600, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA.
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- Exponent Failure Analysis Associates, 3440 Market Street Suite 600, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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Rabbah JPM, Saikrishnan N, Siefert AW, Santhanakrishnan A, Yoganathan AP. Mechanics of healthy and functionally diseased mitral valves: a critical review. J Biomech Eng 2013; 135:021007. [PMID: 23445052 DOI: 10.1115/1.4023238] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
Abstract
The mitral valve is a complex apparatus with multiple constituents that work cohesively to ensure unidirectional flow between the left atrium and ventricle. Disruption to any or all of the components-the annulus, leaflets, chordae, and papillary muscles-can lead to backflow of blood, or regurgitation, into the left atrium, which deleteriously effects patient health. Through the years, a myriad of surgical repairs have been proposed; however, a careful appreciation for the underlying structural mechanics can help optimize long-term repair durability and inform medical device design. In this review, we aim to present the experimental methods and significant results that have shaped the current understanding of mitral valve mechanics. Data will be presented for all components of the mitral valve apparatus in control, pathological, and repaired conditions from human, animal, and in vitro studies. Finally, current strategies of patient specific and noninvasive surgical planning will be critically outlined.
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- Jean-Pierre M Rabbah
- Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology and Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30332, USA
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Rahmani A, Rasmussen AQ, Honge JL, Ostli B, Levine RA, Hagège A, Nygaard H, Nielsen SL, Jensen MO. Mitral valve mechanics following posterior leaflet patch augmentation. THE JOURNAL OF HEART VALVE DISEASE 2013; 22:28-35. [PMID: 23610985 PMCID: PMC3644588] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIM OF THE STUDY Attention towards the optimization of mitral valve repair methods is increasing. Patch augmentation is one strategy used to treat functional ischemic mitral regurgitation (FIMR). The study aim was to investigate the force balance changes in specific chordae tendineae emanating from the posterior papillary muscle in a FIMR-simulated valve, following posterior leaflet patch augmentation. METHODS Mitral valves were obtained from 12 pigs (body weight 80 kg). An in vitro test set-up simulating the left ventricle was used to hold the valves. The left ventricular pressure was regulated with water to simulate different static pressures during valve closure. A standardized oval pericardial patch (17 x 29 mm) was introduced into the posterior leaflet from mid P2 to the end of the P3 scallop. Dedicated miniature transducers were used to record the forces exerted on the chordae tendineae. Data were acquired before and after 12 mm posterior and 5 mm apical posterior papillary muscle displacement to simulate the effect from one of the main contributors of FIMR, before and after patch augmentation. RESULTS The effect of displacing the posterior papillary muscle induced tethering on the intermediate chordae tendineae to the posterior leaflet, and resulted in a 39.8% force increase (p = 0.014). Posterior leaflet patch augmentation of the FIMR valve induced a 31.1% force decrease (p = 0.007). There was no difference in force between the healthy and the repaired valve simulations (p = 0.773). CONCLUSION Posterior leaflet patch augmentation significantly reduced the forces exerted on the intermediate chordae tendineae from the posterior papillary muscle following FIMR simulation. As changes in chordal tension lead to a redistribution of the total stress exerted on the valve, patch augmentation may have an adverse long-term influence on mitral valve function and remodeling.
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- Azadeh Rahmani
- Department of Engineering, University of Aarhus, Aarhus, Denmark
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