Mysteries of mitral valve prolapse - Proper treatment requires consideration of all clues

Authors
Mulumudi, MS Vivekananthan, K
Citation
Ms. Mulumudi et K. Vivekananthan, Mysteries of mitral valve prolapse - Proper treatment requires consideration of all clues, POSTGR MED, 110(2), 2001, pp. 43
Citations number
19
Categorie Soggetti
General & Internal Medicine
Journal title
POSTGRADUATE MEDICINE
ISSN journal
00325481 → ACNP
Volume
110
Issue
2
Year of publication
2001
Database
ISI
SICI code
0032-5481(200108)110:2<43:MOMVP->2.0.ZU;2-J
Abstract
Mitral valve prolapse, one of the most common forms of valvular heart disea se in developed nations, can be associated with a variety of clinical sympt oms and rare serious complications-all of which require careful attention. This article reviews the clinical manifestations of mitral valve prolapse, outlines use of echocardiography in diagnosis of the condition, identifies potential complications, and offers guidelines on management.