Mitral-valve replacement was performed in five patients with ruptured papillary muscle secondary to myocardial infarction. In each case severe mitral regurgitation was suggested by the sudden ...

TCT 1019: Complex degenerative mitral valve disease with a posterior cleft and severe regurgitation successfully treated using a single PASCAL Ace device with horizontal positioning. Receive the the ...

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What is the treatment for acute severe mitral regurgitation from a ruptured papillary muscle after a myocardial infarction? Emergent surgical repair or replacement of the mitral valve is indicated.

What are the causes of acute severe mitral regurgitation? Acute severe mitral regurgitation is a life-threatening disorder. The causes are listed below: 1. Papillary muscle rupture after acute ...