Relation of mitral valve morphology and motion to mitral regurgitation severity in patients with mitral valve prolapse
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Mitral valve thickness is used as a criterion to distinguish the classical from the non-classical form of mitral valve prolapse (MVP). Classical form of MVP has been associated with higher risk of mitral regurgitation (MR) and concom...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2012-01-01
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Series: | Cardiovascular Ultrasound |
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Online Access: | http://www.cardiovascularultrasound.com/content/10/1/3 |