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A member asked:
With mitral valve repair , when does the slight leakage start. ?
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Immediately & can : Occur long term as well...But that doesn't mean it's bad if small which is common.
Answered 9/21/2013
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Varies: Almost all mitral valves will occasionally leak - even without surgery. This is a function of many variables, including heart rate, volume status, rhythm, and so forth. Many people who have mitral surgery become fixated on the fact that they have some leakage. This is an unhealthy fixation, since it is so common and usually of no consequence. You should leave the worry to your cardiologist!
Answered 10/1/2013
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Does everyone still have mitral valve leakage after mitral valve repair? Why do I still have leakage..Is this normal, will leakage get worse?
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After mitral valve repair , i still have a little amount of leakage , i thought the repair was done to eliminate all leakage, is this normal?
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Is it possible to have mitral valve repair done and not to have any leakage afterwards.. Or will you still have a minimal anount of leakage still?
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When a mitral valve repair is done how come all the leakage you had isnt completely eliminated they told me they still see little leakage after repair?
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