It was reported this was a mitraclip procedure to treat functional mitral regurgitation (mr) with a grade of 4.An xtw clip was prepared per the instructions for use (ifu) and inserted without issues.It was noted that the anterior leaflet was caught on the anterior gripper during grasping.Troubleshooting was performed and the was able to be freed without causing any tissue damage.While grasping, it was observed that one gripper was not functioning as intended.Troubleshooting was performed, but the issue was unable to be resolved.Therefore, the clip was removed and replaced.Upon removal, it was observed one of the gripper lines was no longer visible.Three clip were then deployed, reducing mr to a grade of 2.There were no adverse patient effects and no clinically significant delay in the procedure.
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