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A less invasive mitral valve repair procedure that uses a MitraClip device to join the mitral valve leaflets and reduce leakage. The procedure is performed through a small incision in the groin and may be suitable for patients with severe degenerative mitral regurgitation who are at high risk for conventional heart surgery. Sophisticated imaging, including three-dimensional transesophageal echocardiography, is used to select candidates and monitor progress after implantation.