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What is the best way to treat mitral valve prolapse?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

MVP: If asymptomatic as far as heart function, treat underlying anxiety.

Answered 2/11/2014

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Dr. Alan Heldman answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Depends....: Most patients with mitral valve prolapse do not require specific treatment. Rarely the valve will degenerate and require surgical repair.

Answered 11/28/2017

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