Basic Facts:

  • The mitral valve is located between the left heart chambers (left atrium and left ventricle).
  • Several types of mitral valve diseases exist. In mitral valve regurgitation, the flaps (leaflets) of the mitral valve don't close tightly, causing blood to leak backward into the left atrium. This commonly occurs due to valve leaflets bulging back- a condition called mitral valve prolapse.
  • In another condition, called mitral valve stenosis, the leaflets become thick or stiff, and they may fuse together. This results in a narrowed valve opening and reduced blood flow through the valve.
  • Treatment for mitral valve disease depends on the type and severity of your condition. These include open surgical procedures or minimally invasive surgical procedures to repair or replace the valve.
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