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Methods: We report on two patients (one female, one male) developing significant TR receiving TVR through a right thoracotomy on LVAD support. Results: The time between LVAD implantation and TVR was 4 months and 50 months, respectively. The female patient could be discharged from hospital without TR and any signs of RV dysfunction. The male patient died 13 days later due to septic shock following mesenteric ischemia. At this time, echocardiography showed a competent tricuspid valve. Conclusions: In conclusion, these results provide insight into the clinical judgment of when TVR should be attempted. 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