Abbott Launches REPAIR MR Trial To Bring MitraClip To More Patients
Executive Summary
The 500-patient REPAIR MR trial will evaluate Abbott’s MitraClip mitral valve repair device in patients who would face moderate risk during open heart surgery. MitraClip is currently approved only for patients who are not surgical candidates.
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