This PowerPoint provides an overview of cardiac valve anatomy, common valve disorders, diagnostic evaluation, and available treatment options, including TAVR. It was created to establish a consistent foundation of knowledge for team members involved in the program and to support a shared understanding of the patient’s care journey. The presentation will serve as an ongoing reference for staff education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparation for delivering safe, high-quality care.
This educational presentation explores mitral valve anatomy, function, and common disorders, including mitral regurgitation, stenosis, and prolapse. It reviews the signs and symptoms associated with these conditions, providing a foundation for understanding how mitral valve disease affects blood flow and cardiac function.
The presentation introduces medical, surgical, and minimally invasive treatment options, with a focus on transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR) and mitral transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (mTEER). It explains the distinction between implanting a replacement valve and using clips to bring the native valve’s leaflet edges together to reduce regurgitation. These overviews help readers understand the different approaches to catheter-based mitral valve treatment.
Key procedural concepts include transseptal access to the left atrium, fluoroscopic and echocardiographic guidance, and the positioning and deployment of replacement valves or repair devices. By connecting mitral valve fundamentals with an introduction to transcatheter techniques, this resource supports a clearer understanding of replacement versus repair in structural heart care.