In high-grade tricuspid insufficiency, percutaneous implantation of valved stents in the central venous position reduces venous regurgitation and improves haemodynamics in the animal experiment. Implantation of one or two valves in central venous position is technically feasible. Functional replacement of the insufficient tricuspid valve leads to an increase in CO. This technique expands the potential therapeutic options for patients with relevant tricuspid valve regurgitation having a high risk for open heart surgery.
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