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Is mitral valve regurgitation likely to be genetic?

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

Less likely genetic: Overwhelming majority of cases are acquired as people (& valve) age.

Answered 2/8/2013

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

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MVR: Mitral valve regurgitation is unlikely genetic.

Answered 2/7/2019

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