Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8666993 | Journal of the American College of Cardiology | 2017 | 29 Pages |
Abstract
Mitral regurgitation (MR) is a complex valve lesion that can pose significant management challenges for the cardiovascular clinician. This Expert Consensus Document emphasizes that recognition of MR should prompt an assessment of its etiology, mechanism, and severity, as well as indications for treatment. A structured approach to evaluation based on clinical findings, precise echocardiographic imaging, and when necessary, adjunctive testing, can help clarify decision making. Treatment goals include timely intervention by an experienced heart team to prevent left ventricular dysfunction, heart failure, reduced quality of life, and premature death.
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Authors
Patrick T. (Chair, Writing Committee), Paul A. (Vice-Chair, Writing Committee), Vinay (Vice-Chair, Writing Committee), Luis C. (Writing Committee Member), John D. (Writing Committee Member), Sammy (Writing Committee Member),