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Cardiology MCQ 74. PTMC

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.