The model is similar to those previously described in the literature. Although our specific goal was to induce significant functional tricuspid regurgitation rather than just isolated right heart dysfunction. The technique may be used in the futur
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Right ventricular failure and functional tricuspid regurgitation are associated with left-sided heart disease and pulmonary hypertension, which contribute significantly to morbidity and mortality in patients. Establishing a chronic ovine model to study right ventricular failure and functional tricuspid regurgitation will help in understanding their mechanisms, progression, and possible treatments.