Surgical Correction of Moderate Ischemic Mitral Regurgitation

The purpose of this study is to try and determine whether repair of moderate ischemic mitral regurgitation at the time of coronary bypass graft surgery (CABG) has an impact on survival.We will compare patients undergoing CABG + mitral repair or CABG only groups. Primary endpoints include late survival. Secondary endpoints include event free survival, symptoms, and echocardiographic outcomes.

Inclusion Criteria:

• patients undergoing coronary bypass surgery who have moderate degree of ischemic MR

Exclusion Criteria:

• etiology of mitral regurgitation other than ischemic, degree of regurgitation other than moderate.