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Is mitral valve regurgitation inherited?

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Sometimes: Like most conditions it is part inherited tendancy and part environment.

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Answered 10/25/2018

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Yes: There is a form of mitral regurgitation due to mitral valve prolapse, also called a floppy valve which can run in families.

Answered 9/19/2019

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