Balloon treatment for mitral stenosis and heart function
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether a balloon procedure (PTMC) to open a tight heart valve (mitral stenosis) can improve the function of a small pouch in the heart (left atrial appendage). It may help people who are not candidates for valve surgery.
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Who can take part
- You have severe mitral stenosis (a narrowed heart valve that limits blood flow).
- You are eligible for a nonsurgical procedure called PTMC (a balloon treatment to open the valve).
- You do not have more than mild mitral regurgitation (a leaky valve).
- You do not have severe heart failure (class IV, meaning shortness of breath at rest).
- You have not had a stroke before.
- You do not have any problems with your esophagus (food pipe) that would prevent a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE, a special ultrasound).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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