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Do all mvp with thickened leaflets have some degree of regurgitation?

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Dr. James Chapman answered

Specializes in Cardiology

No: Although a prolapsing valve is more likely to be associated with regurgitation than a normal vbalve, they do not all leak.

Dr Chilakapati agreed

Answered 3/29/2014

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A member asked:

Do all mvp with thickened leaflets have some degree of regurgitation?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Chapman answered

Dr Chilakapati agreed

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