Mitral regurgitation - chronic
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What is Mitral regurgitation - chronic?
Chronic mitral regurgitation is a long-term disorder in which the valve (mitral valve) that separates the left upper chamber of the heart (atrium) from the left lower chamber (ventricle) does not close properly. The condition is progressive, which means it gradually gets worse.
Alternative Names:
Chronic mitral valve regurgitation; Mitral valve insufficiency
Posts on Mitral regurgitation - chronic (225)
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- Jul 20, 2011
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- Oct 14, 2010
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- Aug 19, 2009
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