Table 1. Contraindications to robotic mitral valve repair and replacement.

Previous right thoracotomy

Severe pulmonary dysfunction

Myocardial infarction or ischemia <30 days

Coronary artery disease—requiring CABG

Severe generalized vascular disease

Symptomatic CVD or stroke <30 days

Poor right ventricular function

Pulmonary hypertension (fixed >60 torr)

Significant aortic stenosis or insufficiency

Severe annular calcification (repairs)

Severe liver dysfunction

Significant bleeding disorders

CABG, coronary artery bypass grafting; CVD, cerebrovascular disease.