6 June, 2025

Mitral Valve Repair with TEER: Chennai Emerging as India’s Top Destination

Heart disease is changing — and so is how we treat it.

One of the most promising breakthroughs for patients with leaking heart valves is Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair (TEER) for Mitral Valve Repair. No longer do you need to undergo open-heart surgery to fix a leaking mitral valve. With TEER, patients can walk home within days — safely, with restored quality of life.

As one of the largest TEER operators in Chennai, I have seen firsthand how this life-changing procedure is helping patients live longer and better.

Reference: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/322270893_India’s_first_transcatheter_mitral_valve_implantation_Mitral_valve-in-valve_for_dysfunctional_mitral_bioprosthesis

What is Mitral Regurgitation?

Your mitral valve controls blood flow between your heart’s upper and lower chambers. In some patients, this valve becomes leaky (called mitral regurgitation), causing blood to flow backward.

Left untreated, MR can lead to:

  • Heart failure

  • Shortness of breath

  • Fatigue

  • Swollen ankles

  • Dangerous heart rhythms

Many patients with MR are elderly or high surgical risk — making traditional open-heart surgery a risky choice.

Enter TEER: A Minimally Invasive Game-Changer

TEER (Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair) allows us to repair the valve using a tiny device delivered through a vein in the groin — no chest opening required!

How it works:

✅ Using 3D heart imaging, we guide a small clip (such as MitraClip or PASCAL) to the leaking valve.
✅ The clip pinches the valve edges together — stopping the leak.
✅ Blood now flows forward as it should, reducing symptoms almost immediately!

TEER vs Surgery: Which Is Better?

Factor Surgery TEER
Invasiveness Open heart (sternotomy) Minimally invasive (catheter)
Hospital stay 7–10 days 1–3 days
Recovery time 6–8 weeks 1–2 weeks
Who it’s for Younger, fit patients Elderly, high-risk patients
Proven success Long-term durability Rapid improvement in symptoms
Risk of complications Higher Lower in expert centers

Why Chennai is India’s #1 City for TEER

Today, Chennai is home to some of India’s largest TEER operators — with excellent outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Reasons:

✅ Experience matters — Higher procedural volume equals better results.
✅ Top cardiologists — Dr. A. B. Gopalamurugan and his team at Chennai have pioneered TEER in India.
✅ Advanced facilities — Apollo Hospitals, Chennai was India’s first center to perform dual-valve TEER (mitral + tricuspid).
✅ Global techniques — Chennai specialists stay current with the latest TEER innovations, including MitraClip & PASCAL.

Who is Eligible for TEER?

  • Severe mitral regurgitation

  • Symptoms: shortness of breath, fatigue, reduced activity

  • Not a good candidate for surgery due to:

    • Age

    • Frailty

    • Prior heart surgery

    • Other medical conditions

TEER Procedure: What to Expect

1️⃣ Evaluation: We conduct advanced scans & heart tests.
2️⃣ Heart Team Review: Your case is discussed by top experts.
3️⃣ TEER Day: The clip is placed via catheter (2–3 hour procedure).
4️⃣ Recovery: You typically go home in 2–3 days.
5️⃣ Follow-up: Regular check-ups and echo scans.

Chennai’s Leader in TEER: Dr. A. B. Gopalamurugan

  • Internationally trained Interventional Cardiologist

  • One of the largest TEER operators in India

  • Lead operator for India’s first dual-valve TEER

  • More than 60 successful TEER cases — with exceptional results

  • Works at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai — India’s premier TEER center

Common FAQs on TEER

Q1: How long does TEER last?
A: Many patients enjoy years of symptom-free life after TEER. New-generation devices have excellent durability, but follow-up is key.

Q2: Is TEER painful?
A: No. TEER is done under anesthesia. Most patients experience little to no discomfort and walk the next day.

Q3: How soon can I return to normal life?
A: Most patients return to daily activities within 7–14 days after TEER.

Q4: Does TEER require open-heart surgery?
A: No. TEER is a catheter-based repair — no chest opening, no heart-lung machine.

Q5: Is TEER available only in Chennai?
A: TEER is now available in select advanced centers across India, but Chennai remains the leading city for TEER expertise and volume.

Q6: How do I know if I qualify for TEER?
A: Visit us for a consultation — we will assess your heart’s valve anatomy and overall fitness for TEER.

Dr. A. B. Gopalamurugan for Your Valve Repair?

✨ Top interventional valve specialist in India
✨ Pioneer in advanced valve therapies
✨ Largest TEER experience in Chennai
✨ Patient-first, compassionate care
✨ State-of-the-art cardiac facility at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai

If you or your loved one has been diagnosed with a leaking mitral valve — or you’ve been told you are too high-risk for surgery — contact us today for a TEER evaluation.

👉 [Schedule your consultation now with Dr. A. B. Gopalamurugan — Chennai’s top interventional cardiologist.]

 

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