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Reversible Mitral Regurgitation As A Complication Of Impella® 5.0, Katrina A. Bidwell, Andrew R. Kolodziej, Maya E. Guglin
Reversible Mitral Regurgitation As A Complication Of Impella® 5.0, Katrina A. Bidwell, Andrew R. Kolodziej, Maya E. Guglin
The VAD Journal
The Impella® is a ventricular assist device used for temporary left ventricular support and has been approved for use since 2008. In this report we present a case of a patient who experienced mitral regurgitation as a complication shortly after placement of an Impella® as well as a brief literature review. To our knowledge this is the first such case demonstrating resolution of iatrogenic mitral regurgitation with removal of the device as opposed to permanent damage.