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A less invasive mitral valve repair procedure for eligible patients with severe degenerative or functional mitral regurgitation. The MitraClip device is implanted through a small incision in the groin rather than through open heart surgery. Patient selection uses sophisticated imaging techniques, including three-dimensional transesophageal echocardiography, to assess valve anatomy and suitability. The procedure typically takes one to three hours and may take longer depending on case complexity.