WellSpan York Hospital performed one of Pennsylvania’s first transcatheter mitral valve replacement procedures this summer.
The minimally invasive procedure replaces a damaged mitral valve without open-heart surgery. It may be an option for patients with certain forms of mitral valve disease who face higher risks from surgery.
The mitral valve regulates blood flow between the heart’s upper and lower chambers. A malfunctioning valve can lead to complications including heart failure and irregular heart rhythms.
The procedure was completed by a multidisciplinary team at WellSpan York Hospital.
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