New study aims to simplify care for patients with multiple leaky heart valves

This study tests a step-by-step treatment plan for people with a narrowed aortic valve who also have leaky mitral or tricuspid valves. After a minimally invasive procedure to fix the aortic valve, doctors will check if the other valves still leak badly. If so, additional procedures may be done. The goal is to see if this staged approach improves survival, reduces hospital stays, and boosts quality of life.