January 23, 2026JACC Case Reports0 citationsOpen Access
View Full PaperSuccessful Transcatheter Mitral Edge-to-Edge Repair in Patient With Situs Inversus Due to Kartagener Syndrome
Key Result
Transcatheter mitral edge-to-edge repair was successfully performed in situs inversus patients, demonstrating feasibility with proper imaging and operator coordination.
Key Points
- The research aims to evaluate the feasibility of mitral valve transcatheter edge-to-edge repair in patients with situs inversus.
- Conducted transcatheter mitral edge-to-edge repair procedures
- Utilized advanced imaging techniques
- Ensured operator-echocardiographer coordination during the procedure
- Successful repair of the mitral valve was achieved
- Highlighting that proper imaging can facilitate the procedure
- Emphasizes the importance of cooperative efforts between operators and echocardiographers
Structured PICO
Is transcatheter mitral edge-to-edge repair feasible in a patient with situs inversus due to Kartagener syndrome?
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Population
Patient with situs inversus due to Kartagener syndrome
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Intervention
Transcatheter mitral edge-to-edge repair
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Outcome
Procedural feasibility and success
Transcatheter mitral edge-to-edge repair can be successfully performed in patients with situs inversus through careful operator-echocardiographer coordination and procedural adjustments.
Main Result
Absolute Event Rate: 0% vs 0%
Abstract
Mitral valve transcatheter edge-to-edge repair is feasible in situs inversus with proper imaging and procedural adjustments. Operator-echocardiographer coordination is critical for procedural success.