New generation annuloplasty ring systems for correction of ischemic mitral regurgitation in CAD and dilated CMP: Early results

Early and Late Results of Restrictive Mitral Valve Annuloplasty in 121 Patients with Cardiomyopathy and Chronic Mitral Regurgitation

“…This finding represents the basis for the approach to design 3-dimensional rings with the intention of optimizing LVgeometry and supporting an adequate and stable zone of coaptation. However, over the next years, surgery using these ring systems will have to demonstrate whether 3D rings will improve current results [22]. Furthermore, multimodal imaging techniques including cardiac magnetic resonance imaging may offer some assistance in the individual planning of MV-repair using virtual heart models.…”

Restrictive Mitral Valve Annuloplasty for Chronic Ischemic Mitral Regurgitation: A 5-Year Clinical Experience with the Physio Ring

“…This finding represents the basis for the approach to the design of rings with a 3-dimensional shape, with the intention of optimizing LV geometry and supporting an adequate and stable zone of coaptation. However, surgery using these ring systems will have to demonstrate whether rings with a 3-dimensional shape are capable of improving on current results [Berdat 2007]. Furthermore, multimodal imaging techniques, including cardiac magnetic resonance imaging, may be of help in using virtual heart models to provide individually based planning of MV repair.…”