How Rare Is Isolated Rheumatic Tricuspid Valve Disease?

The document discussed the rarity of isolated rheumatic tricuspid valve disease, which could lead to severe heart failure. It presented a case study of a 59-year-old male with severe tricuspid regurgitation and stenosis, highlighting diagnostic and management challenges. Despite a global decrease in rheumatic fever, isolated outbreaks and increased prevalence of rheumatic heart disease were noted in some regions. The study emphasized the role of echocardiography in diagnosis and discussed treatment options, noting that tricuspid valve replacement had higher mortality compared to repair.