The ASE published guidelines to standardize intraprocedural imaging for mitral valve transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (M-TEER).
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The guidelines address variability in imaging protocols and emphasize the importance of transesophageal echocardiographic (TEE) guidance for procedural success.
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A stepwise imaging protocol is outlined, covering nine stages from baseline evaluation to final deployment and assessment of iatrogenic atrial septal defects.
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The guideline specifies desirable anatomic and hemodynamic thresholds for M-TEER eligibility, including mitral valve area and posterior leaflet length.
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Standardized communication and imaging orientation are recommended to enhance procedural consistency and improve collaboration between echocardiographers and operators.
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