Non-invasive measurements of tricuspid valve anatomy can predict severity of valve leakage
Wednesday, January 18, 2012 - 11:00
in Health & Medicine
An estimated 1.6 million Americans suffer moderate to severe leakage through their tricuspid valves, which are complex structures that allow blood to flow from the heart's upper right chamber to the ventricle. If left untreated, severe leakage can affect an individual's quality of life and can even lead to death.