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Valvular Heart Diseases Overview by Richell Catian is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Valvular heart disease refers to abnormalities of the heart valves that can cause regurgitation, stenosis, or prolapse. The main types are mitral valve prolapse, mitral regurgitation, mitral stenosis, aortic regurgitation, and aortic stenosis. Symptoms vary but can include dyspnea, fatigue, weakness, and murmurs. Complications arise from increased pressures in the left atrium or ventricle that can lead to heart failure. Treatment involves monitoring for dysrhythmias, using vasodilators and other medications
- Author
- Richell Catian
- Language
- EN