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Do you have a much higher risk of storke if you have mitral valve prolapse?
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No : The increased risk is infinitesimal.
Answered 6/24/2013
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No: Perhaps a slight increase in risk. Atrial fibrillation leads to a significantly higher risk of stroke and anti coagulation is commonly recommended for patients with atrial fibrillation.
Answered 5/5/2015
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