CIS & Terrebonne General Are First in Louisiana to Use New Triclip™ Valve Repair System

August 9, 2024 - HOUMA, LA – Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) is the first in Louisiana to use the TriClip™ G4 Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair System to treat severe tricuspid regurgitation. Drs. Peter Fail, Shane Prejean and Darrell Solet performed the procedure in the hybrid operating room at Terrebonne General Health System on August 9.

Manufactured by Abbott, the TriClip Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair (TEER) system offers a minimally-invasive, low-risk alternative for tricuspid valve repair. This device provides stable navigation and precise delivery to improve the quality of life for patients with symptoms of tricuspid regurgitation (TR). TR occurs when the tricuspid valve in the right side of the heart does not close properly, causing backflow of blood to the right atrium and leading to heart failure. 

Symptoms of TR include shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat, excess fluid or swelling in abdomen or legs, or extreme fatigue. TR is diagnosed by an echocardiogram, using ultrasound technology to identify blood flow in the heart.

“This is the first real treatment option for patients with severe tricuspid regurgitation,” explained Dr. Fail. “This new FDA-approved technology will now offer these high-risk patients a chance at improved quality of life, and we are proud to offer it.” 

“We are truly thrilled to be the first to offer this innovative technology to our patients with our continued partnership of 41 years with CIS and look forward to continuing to bring new advancements in cardiovascular services,” said Phyllis Peoples, President and CEO of Terrebonne General. “Our dedication to high-quality care enables us to offer the most advanced procedures to better serve our patients and community.

The Structural Heart Program at CIS and Terrebonne General Health System provides minimally-invasive procedures to treat life-threatening valve disorders and structural heart defects. Learn more at www.cardio.com. 

About Cardiovascular Institute of the South

Founded by Dr. Craig Walker in 1983, Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) is a world-leader in preventing, detecting and treating cardiovascular and peripheral vascular disease. CIS offers a comprehensive heart and vascular program with expert physicians trained in many specialties, including internal medicine, nuclear cardiology, electrophysiology, lipid management, coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, structural heart and valve disease, venous disease and interventional procedures. CIS has earned international acclaim as a pioneer of research, development and education, as well as an innovator in the treatment of peripheral vascular disease. With a dedicated team of more than 1,075 team members, CIS provides comprehensive cardiovascular care at 22 locations across Louisiana and Mississippi, with 10 telemedicine programs. CIS has also been recognized by Modern Healthcare as a Best Place to Work in Healthcare for five years in a row. CIS remains at the forefront of technology, providing the highest-quality, compassionate care. This mission has guided the institute for more than 40 years of excellence.  For more information about CIS, call 1-800-425-2565 or visit www.cardio.com.

About Terrebonne General Health System 

Terrebonne General Health System is the largest healthcare resource provider in southeast Louisiana that has taken the lead to deliver medical excellence and innovation to the people of Southeast Louisiana. Driven by a "high tech" and "high touch" style of healing that offers an expansive range of services that provide hospital care and preventive care while also providing basic healthcare needs on and offsite. Our highly skilled healthcare team consists of over 1,400 employees, with over 450 medical staff providers that offer 42 various specialties. Our system has been honored with many prestigious awards and accolades for quality, safety, and patient experience on the state, national and international levels. Terrebonne General took the lead to initiate a public/private partnership with Ochsner Health which delivers crucial safety-net services for the region through Chabert Medical Center and is part of an alliance of healthcare-focused entities across the greater Gulf South region. For more information, please visit www.tghealthsystem.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.