Studying the mitral valve with different scans before surgery
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at how well CT scans and 3D echo (ultrasound) measure the mitral valve ring before surgery for severe mitral valve leakage. It may help doctors better plan valve repair.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have severe mitral valve regurgitation (leaky valve) and need surgery to repair it with a prosthetic ring.
- You had a coronary CT scan before surgery that shows the mitral valve ring clearly.
- You had a special 3D ultrasound (echo) during surgery that shows the valve ring clearly.
- You agree to join the study by signing a consent form.
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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