Auscultation of heart sounds will reveal an accentuated S1 early in mitral stenosis and soft S1 in severe mitral stenosis (see Heart Sounds). This occurs since the increased left atrial pressures ...

Very large vegetations, as in fungal endocarditis, may obstruct LV inflow and cause symptoms of mitral stenosis. A regurgitant jet from severe aortic regurgitation may impinge on the anterior ...

Mitral Valve Stenosis: The valve becomes too narrow ... immediate intervention but need regular monitoring. For more severe cases, options include: Early detection and proper management of ...

Partial heart transplants provide a range of lifesaving options for children with complex congenital heart conditions, and ...