The Christ Hospital Health Network and the Carl and Edyth Lindner Research Center have been performing this procedure for three years under a clinical trial with the FDA. Abbott recently announced the TriClip TEER system has received FDA approval.
The procedure helps patients diagnosed with tricuspid valve regurgitation (TR). Tricuspid valve regurgitation is a condition in which the valve between the two right heart chambers (right ventricle and right atrium) don’t close properly, allowing blood to flow backward into the right atrium of the heart. The disease is often debilitating, causing symptoms such as shortness of breath and fatigue. If left untreated it can lead to atrial fibrillation (AF), heart failure and ultimately death.
“We incredibly excited to offer this cutting-edge technology to our heart patients suffering from tricuspid regurgitation (TR),” said Santiago Garcia, MD, The Christ Hospital Health Network. “This minimally invasive approach allows the heart to pump blood more efficiently and relieve symptoms of TR, which improves the quality of life for patients. Our entire team of interventional cardiologists, physicians, nurses and other clinical members now can provide a much-needed treatment option for people suffering from this condition.”
TriClip is delivered to the heart via a catheter inserted through the femoral vein in the leg and works by clipping together a portion of the leaflets of the tricuspid valve to reduce the backflow of blood. Designed specifically for the right side of the heart and the tricuspid valve’s complex anatomy, the innovative TriClip and steerable guiding catheter systems allow physicians to independently grasp and effectively clip leaflets of the tricuspid valve to reduce the regurgitation.
Traditionally, the only treatment options for TR have been surgery, which is rarely performed due to the complexity of the procedure and high risks involved, and medical therapy, which is usually not successful in reducing TR.
About The Christ Hospital Health Network
The Christ Hospital Health Network consists of an acute care hospital located in Mt. Auburn, a remote hospital location in Liberty Township, five ambulatory outpatient centers and dozens of medical offices throughout the region. For more than 130 years, The Christ Hospital has provided compassionate care to those it serves. Made up for more than 1,300 physicians and more than 6,500 team members, our mission is to improve the health of our community by providing exceptional outcomes in an affordable way. The Network was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the #1 hospital in the Cincinnati Region, named to Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals list in 2023. It is also a Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award recipient, which recognizes top-performing healthcare organizations that achieve the 95th percentile or above of performance in patient experience.
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The Christ Hospital Recognized in Caring for People Living with DiabetesThe Leapfrog Group and the American Diabetes Association (ADA) announced that The Christ Hospital Health Network has received national designation as a Recognized Leader in Caring for People Living with Diabetes. The Christ Hospital is one of just 37 hospitals in the United States and only system in Ohio earning this recognition for a strong commitment to the safety and well-being of hospitalized people living with diabetes.
First NEOMED Students Arrive for Orientation at The Christ Hospital Health NetworkThe Christ Hospital Health Network announced in November 2025 a groundbreaking partnership with Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) establishing pathways for future generations of physicians to train for a medical career in Ohio.
The Christ Hospital Health Network to Host Free Webinar on Comprehensive Spine CareOn Tuesday, June 23 at Noon, healthcare providers at The Christ Hospital Health Network will host a free online webinar titled “Conversations for Confidence: Expert Answers on Comprehensive Spine Care.”
The Christ Hospital Health Network Named One of America’s Best Hospitals for Specialized CareThe Christ Hospital Health Network has been named to America’s Best Specialized Hospitals 2026 list by Newsweek. The network was featured for its cardiac, cancer, endocrine, Gastrointestinal, orthopedic and pulmonary care. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider.
Mental Health at the Forefront in Primary Care at The Christ Hospital Health NetworkIn the United States, 1 in 5 U.S. Adults experience a metal health condition each year while more than half of them do not receive treatment. That’s why The Christ Hospital Health Network is making mental health a priority for patients.
The Christ Hospital Health Network Gives Back to Team Members with Health FairTo promote team member well-being, The Christ Hospital Health Network will host its fourth annual Health & Wellbeing Fair at the Mt. Auburn location on Thursday, May 21 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
The Christ Hospital Liberty Township Birthing Center Now a Breast Milk Dispensary as Part of OhioHealth Mothers’ Milk BankThe Liberty Birthing Center, in partnership with the Ohio Milk Bank, is now a Breast Milk Dispensary. Mothers with babies that need pasteurized donor breast milk as a bridge until their own milk comes in can now purchase pasteurized donor milk.