Mitral & Tricuspid Valves

The EDWARDS HEART MASTER app is a state-of-the art educational platform intended for physicians and medical students involved in the treatment of heart valve disease. This second edition, dedicated to Mitral & Tricuspid Valve Regurgitation, features a detailed anatomical overview of the heart’s chambers, including the mitral and tricuspid valves. Furthermore, HEART MASTER highlights common pathophysiological implications of valvular disease, along with key surgical techniques for its treatment. With HEART MASTER (iPad only) you can now draw and write directly on the 3D animated content, store notes within your picture gallery, and share easily with your peers. An intuitive interface allows the user to appreciate each anatomical detail, disease status and surgical technique with a high level of technical accuracy. The ANATOMY chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the heart’s chambers, including the mitral and tricuspid valves. The PATHOPHYSIOLOGY section features a step-by-step approach to understanding the evolution and consequences of valvular insufficiency (leaflet prolapses, regurgitation and heart chamber dilatation). The SURGERY chapter describes the most common surgical steps necessary for the repair or replacement of the atrioventricular valves. It features sternotomy and atriotomy techniques, as well as key valve repair and replacement techniques.