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MitraClip in India

Quick answer

MitraClip is a catheter procedure that clips together the leaflets of a leaking mitral valve to reduce backflow. It is reached through a vein in the groin, so no chest incision is needed. It suits people with severe mitral regurgitation who are at high risk for surgery. Many patients go home within days.

Medically reviewed by The Curaventa Team · Last updated 2026-10-24

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This method is known as transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER). A small clip grasps the front and back leaflets where they fail to meet, creating a double opening that leaks much less.

It is used for degenerative leaks in patients too frail for surgery, and for secondary (functional) leaks caused by a weakened, enlarged heart in selected heart failure patients. A heart team decides on suitability using transoesophageal echocardiography.

Who needs mitraclip

Severe degenerative mitral regurgitation with high surgical risk
Severe secondary mitral regurgitation with heart failure despite medicines
Older adults with breathlessness from a leaking mitral valve
Patients with suitable leaflet anatomy on transoesophageal echo
Those not suitable for open or minimally invasive repair

How it is done

General anaesthesia or deep sedation is given, with a transoesophageal echo probe placed.
A catheter enters the groin vein and travels to the right atrium.
A small puncture is made across the wall into the left atrium (transseptal puncture).
The clip is steered to the mitral valve and positioned at the leak.
The leaflets are grasped and the clip is closed; more clips may be added.
Once the leak is reduced, the clip is released and the catheter withdrawn.

Before you travel to India

Transoesophageal echocardiogram images of the mitral valve
Heart failure history and current medicines
Kidney function and blood count
Assessment of frailty and other illnesses from your doctor
A carer, as many candidates are older

Recovery and flying home

Most patients stay in hospital for a short period.
Breathlessness may improve soon after.
Air travel is often possible within about a week after a review echo.
Heart failure medicines continue.
Follow-up echos monitor the valve.

Risks

Partial clip detachment
Residual or recurrent leak
Narrowing of the mitral valve opening
Bleeding or vein injury in the groin
Small residual hole in the atrial wall

Alternatives

Surgical mitral valve repair or replacement
Optimised heart failure medicines and CRT
Transcatheter mitral valve replacement in trials or selected centres

Conditions treated

Mitral Regurgitation

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Frequently asked questions

Does MitraClip stop the leak completely?

It usually reduces the leak significantly but may not remove it entirely. The aim is better symptoms and heart function. Results depend on valve anatomy.

Who is better served by surgery?

Fitter patients with repairable degenerative valves often get more complete, durable results from surgical repair. MitraClip is generally for those at higher surgical risk. The heart team advises.

Can MitraClip be redone?

Additional clips can sometimes be added later. Surgery or other catheter options may also be possible. Each case is assessed individually.

Is MitraClip available for international patients in India?

Yes, at a number of advanced cardiac centres. Send your transoesophageal echo images so the team can check suitability. We confirm device availability for your dates.

Will I still need my heart failure tablets?

Yes, most patients continue their medicines. MitraClip reduces the leak but does not cure heart failure. Your cardiologist may adjust doses.

Medically reviewed by The Curaventa Team. Last updated 2026-10-24. General information, not medical advice. Medical editorial board · Editorial policy · How we get prices

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