If left untreated, mitral valve prolapse can also lead to symptoms of shortness of breath and even congestive heart failure and premature death. After surgery, you will recover in an intensive care ...
Open heart surgery for aortic or mitral valve repair or replacement has traditionally required opening the patient’s chest through their sternum (breast bone). In many cases today, a minimally ...
This small metallic clip is used for patients with severe mitral valve regurgitation disease who are considered high risk for 'open-heart surgery'. The mitral valve divides the two chambers of the ...