Edwards Lifesciences VP of Engineering Darshin Patel discusses the first-of-its-kind Sapien M3 TMVR system’s design, development and lessons for other medical device developers. Edwards Lifesciences ...

Q I am 66 years old and an avid cyclist. Last winter, after we went for a long ride, I suddenly felt lightheaded and then ...

The purpose of this communication is to describe 39 patients with proved rupture of the mitral chordae tendineae, 24 of whom have been seen at the Massachusetts General Hospital since January 1, 1964 ...

Shortness of breath is one of the most common side effects after open-heart surgery. It can last for weeks or months, but symptoms typically improve over time. Open heart surgery can restore your ...

Double orifice mitral valve (DOMV) is a rare congenital anomaly of the subvalvar mitral valve apparatus (chordae tendinae and papillary muscles) consisting of an accessory bridge of fibrous tissue, ...

You might have septal anatomy that is better suited to surgery. You might need more work done on the heart, like repair of the mitral valve. In these cases, septal myectomy is preferable. What are the ...