Q. Which of the following is not an absolute contraindication for PTMC? A. Moderate MR B. LA clot C. Severe bicommissural calcification D. Wilkins score of 10 Answer: D. Wilkins score of 10 Explanation: Absolute contraindications of PTMC include- 1. Moderate to severe MR 2. LA clot 3. Severe bicommissural calcification NB: Mild MR and LAA clot are not absolute contraindications for PTMC.
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