Development and feasibility testing of a dynamic image-derived simulation framework for assessing left atrioventricular valve repair strategies - Scorecard - MDSpire

Development and feasibility testing of a dynamic image-derived simulation framework for assessing left atrioventricular valve repair strategies

  • By

  • Stephen Ching

  • Christopher Zelonis

  • Christian Herz

  • Patricia Sabin

  • Matthew Daemer

  • Muhammad Nuri

  • Yan Wang

  • Devin W. Laurence

  • Jonathan M. Chen

  • Lindsay S. Rogers

  • Michael D. Quartermain

  • John Moore

  • Terry Peters

  • Elvis Chen

  • Matthew A. Jolley

  • June 8, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Creation and evaluation of a dynamic simulation framework based on imaging for analyzing strategies in left atrioventricular valve repair

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
Condition
Key MechanismsSurgical repair of a common atrioventricular valve to create a mitral-equivalent left atrioventricular valve.
Target Population
Care Setting

Key Highlights

  • 5-20% of LAVV repairs require reintervention due to left atrioventricular valve regurgitation.
  • Key predictors of reintervention include age at repair younger than 72 months and multiple regurgitant jets.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Use transesophageal echocardiography to assess valve function and morphology.

Management

  • Repair regurgitating valves in pediatric patients to accommodate growth and avoid complications.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Regular follow-up with echocardiography to monitor valve function post-repair.

Risks

  • Reintervention carries significant risks, including poor long-term outcomes and increased morbidity.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Children with atrioventricular canal defects, particularly those with Down Syndrome.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Utilize 3D echocardiography for detailed analysis of cardiac structures.

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Original Source(s)

Development and feasibility testing of a dynamic image-derived simulation framework for assessing left atrioventricular valve repair strategies

  • by Stephen Ching, Christopher Zelonis, Christian Herz, Patricia Sabin, Matthew Daemer, Muhammad Nuri, Yan Wang, Devin W. Laurence, Jonathan M. Chen, Lindsay S. Rogers, Michael D. Quartermain, John Moore, Terry Peters, Elvis Chen, Matthew A. Jolley

  • June 8, 2026

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