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I have a floppy mitral valve and mild regurgitation,doctor says it's not prolapse,can this cause sudden fatal arrythmia?

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Dr. Rodney Samaan answered

Specializes in Cardiology

No: It's a benign condition based on the info you presented

Dr Peltan agreed

Answered 8/18/2014

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A member asked:

I have a floppy mitral valve and mild regurgitation,doctor says it's not prolapse,can this cause sudden fatal arrythmia?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rodney Samaan answered

Dr Peltan agreed

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