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When mitral valve repair is done, is it the same process a annupolsty ring is inserted the same way as adults?

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

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Depends: Mitral has two leaflets and an annulus-doorframe which holds the base of the valves. Cords, valve, annulus can all be abnormal. The repairs are specific to the patient and the valve pathology. Creative and may include neo cords, resections, and almost all with a ring annuloplasty.

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Answered 9/21/2013

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A member asked:

When mitral valve repair is done, is it the same process a annupolsty ring is inserted the same way as adults?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Dr Koch and another doctor agreed

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