Predicting outcomes after mitral valve surgery
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at whether an extra heart ultrasound measurement can help predict recovery after mitral valve surgery. It may help doctors know more about your condition before and after the operation.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are having surgery for severe primary mitral regurgitation (a leaky heart valve).
- You are 18 years or older.
- You do not have known coronary artery disease.
- You do not have an active heart infection (endocarditis).
- You do not have other significant heart valve problems (more than mild) on the left side.
- You have not had heart surgery before.
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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