HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital performs first groundbreaking heart procedure for tricuspid valve regurgitation in Charlotte County

The cardiovascular team at HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital has achieved a groundbreaking advancement in heart care by successfully performing the first TriClip procedure in Charlotte County. This newer technology offers hope for patients suffering from tricuspid valve regurgitation, a common condition where the valve fails to close correctly, causing the blood to flow backward into the heart, leading to symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, and swelling in the legs or abdomen.

“This innovative technology only furthers our commitment to cardiovascular care in this community,” said Alessandro Golino, MD, cardiothoracic surgeon.  “This procedure expands the quality of life for patients with this condition and we’re proud to be able to offer this technology close to home.”