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After many years of moderate mitral regurgitation my last echo indicated moderate to severe regurgitation with left atrium 50ml/m^2. my left ventricle is mildly enlarged with mild lvh. what should i ask the cardiologist in 2 months. thanks?

Q: after many years of moderate mitral regurgitation my last echo indicated moderate to severe regurgitation with left atrium 50ml/m^2. my left ventricle is mildly enlarged with mild lvh. what should i ask the cardiologist in 2 months. thanks?

: You can ask "Is it time for a mitral valve replacement surgery?" but I think your cardiologist will dictate the treatment plan after a routine H&amp;P and discussing the echo result. Good luck.

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You can ask "Is it time for a mitral valve replacement surgery?" but I think your cardiologist will dictate the treatment plan after a routine H&P and discussing the echo result. Good luck.

Answered 6/11/2023

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A member asked:

After many years of moderate mitral regurgitation my last echo indicated moderate to severe regurgitation with left atrium 50ml/m^2. my left ventricle is mildly enlarged with mild lvh. what should i ask the cardiologist in 2 months. thanks?

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