Additionally, the anteroposterior mitral annular diameter decreased from an average of 42.0 mm at baseline to only 37.8 mm at 6-month follow-up—representing a relatively small 10% diameter ...

the mitral annulus, 2) the mitral valve leaflets, 3) the commissures, 4) chordae tendineae and 5) papillary muscles. The typical normal adult mitral valve area is between 4 and 5 cm 2.

It is for use in the mitral or tricuspid position. Integral template provides a measured plication of the annulus for predictable, reproducible results. “C” shape of the flexible band allows ...

Tricuspid annuloplasty ring may be considered for moderate tricuspid regurgitation in patients undergoing mitral valve surgery when there is pulmonary hypertension or tricuspid annular dilatation ...

The annular eclipse, or a ‘ring of fire’ eclipse, will be visible over parts of South America on Wednesday, October 2. In some parts of the word, people will also be able to see a partial eclipse.