We describe a modified technique of tricuspid ring annuloplasty to reduce postoperative residual regurgitation in patients with functional tricuspid regurgitation; first, an adjustable segmental tricuspid annuloplasty is performed to obtain coaptation of the valve leaflets with two 5-0 monofilament annular sutures, and then a prosthetic ring of the same size as the competent valve area is implanted with continuous 3-0 polypropylene sutures.

Primary spontaneous coronary artery rupture (SCAR) without any underlying condition is a rare disorder. The acute and often dramatic nature of hemopericardium with cardiac tamponade advocates immediate pericardial drainage or surgical intervention with timely recognition of coronary artery rupture. This is the first case

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