Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair
Also written as: TEER — Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair
Minimally invasive catheter-based procedure to repair mitral or tricuspid regurgitation, particularly valuable for high-risk elderly patients.
Full Definition
Transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER) is a percutaneous procedure that uses clips to approximate the edges of regurgitant heart valve leaflets, reducing regurgitation without the need for open-heart surgery. In geriatric cardiology, this technique has revolutionized treatment options for elderly patients with severe mitral or tricuspid regurgitation who are deemed too high-risk for surgical valve repair or replacement. The procedure can be performed under conscious sedation, has shorter recovery times, and avoids the risks associated with cardiopulmonary bypass. Patient selection requires careful evaluation of anatomy, comorbidities, and expected outcomes in the context of overall geriatric assessment.
Usage
Usage note: Hyphenate edge-to-edge; may be abbreviated as TEER after first use.
In Context
- "Transcatheter edge-to-edge repair was successfully performed, reducing mitral regurgitation from severe to mild." — Procedural report
- "The heart team recommended transcatheter edge-to-edge repair over surgical intervention given the patient's prohibitive surgical risk." — Treatment planning discussion