ACC/AHA Consensus Sets Tricuspid Program Standards
Multisociety document outlines operator, institutional, and registry requirements as transcatheter tricuspid therapies expand
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Kathryn Wighton
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April 2, 2026
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The ACC/AHA consensus document outlines standards for transcatheter tricuspid valve intervention programs.
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A multidisciplinary team is essential, including various specialists to ensure optimal patient care and procedural success.
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Institutions must meet specific criteria, including surgical volume thresholds and operator experience, to offer these interventions.
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Participation in the Transcatheter Valve Therapy Registry is required for tracking outcomes and supporting research.
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Evidence shows transcatheter interventions improve quality of life, with ongoing research needed for long-term outcomes.
