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Mitral valve stenosis, shown in the heart on the right, is a condition in which the heart's mitral valve is narrowed. The valve doesn't open properly, blocking blood flow coming into the left ventricle, the main pumping chamber of the heart.
Mitral valve stenosis (sometimes called mitral stenosis) is a narrowing or blockage of the mitral valve inside your heart. Over time, this condition can cause heart rhythm problems and a higher risk of stroke. It may lead to heart failure and death.
Mitral valve stenosis, shown in the heart on the right, is a condition in which the heart's mitral valve is narrowed. The valve doesn't open properly, blocking blood flow coming into the left ventricle, the main pumping chamber of the heart.
Mitral valve stenosis: A murmur as blood passes through and a snapping sound when your valve opens. Mitral valve prolapse : A clicking sound and then a murmur. Because of this distinctive sound, mitral valve prolapse is also called “click-murmur syndrome.”
What is mitral valve stenosis? Mitral stenosis is a narrowing of the mitral valve opening. Mitral stenosis restricts blood flow from the left atrium to the left ventricle. Watch a mitral valve stenosis animation. What problems can result from untreated or advanced mitral valve stenosis?
If you have mild to moderate mitral valve stenosis with no symptoms, you might not need immediate treatment. Instead, you need regular health checkups to see if your condition gets worse. A doctor trained in heart disease typically provides care for people with mitral valve stenosis.
Mitral valve stenosis can lead to a variety of issues, including fatigue, difficulty breathing, blood clots, and heart failure. Scarring caused by rheumatic fever is the leading...
Symptoms |. Diagnosis |. Treatment |. Prognosis |. More Information. Mitral stenosis is a narrowing of the mitral valve opening that blocks (obstructs) blood flow from the left atrium to the left ventricle. Mitral stenosis usually results from rheumatic fever, but infants can be born with the condition.
Summary. Mitral valve stenosis, also sometimes called mitral stenosis, occurs when the valve in the heart that connects the left atrium and left ventricle stops fully opening. While it is a serious condition, seeking prompt treatment can lead to good outcomes and reduce the risk for complications.
Common Symptoms in Adults. If you develop mitral valve stenosis as an adult, your symptoms may include: Shortness of breath. Feeling light-headed. Rapid heartbeat. list_alt. Causes of Mitral Stenosis. Your mitral valve may be narrow due to a condition you were born with. It can also develop with age due to a buildup of calcium or plaque.