Congenital Mitral Malformation
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What is the definition of Congenital Mitral Malformation?

Congenital mitral malformation refers to various mitral valve abnormalities that are present at birth. The mitral valve is made of leaf-like flaps and is situated between the upper left chamber (atrium) and lower left chamber (ventricle) of the heart. There are three main types of mitral valve abnormalities: 1) mitral valve prolapse (when one or both mitral valve flaps do not close properly), 2) mitral valve regurgitation (when the mitral valve does not close and allows blood to leak back into the left atrium from the left ventricle), and 3) mitral valve stenosis (when the mitral valve becomes narrow or tight). Many individuals born with mitral valve malformations also have other heart defects.

What are the symptoms of Congenital Mitral Malformation?

Some individuals with congenital mitral malformation may not have any symptoms, or the symptoms may occur later in life. When symptoms of congenital mitral malformation occur, these may include fatigue upon exertion, chest pain, shortness of breath, coughing, rapid breathing, bluish or greyish color of the skin, lips, and fingernails (cyanosis), trouble eating or gaining weight (failure to thrive), swelling of body tissue or organs, abnormal heart rhythms, such as palpitations or other arrhythmias, pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure), and heart failure.

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What are the current treatments for Congenital Mitral Malformation?

Treatment for congenital mitral malformation depends on how severe the condition may be and whether or not the individual is experiencing symptoms. While some patients with congenital mitral malformation may only need monitoring, others may need surgical repair or replacement of the mitral valve. Some patients with congenital mitral malformation may need to undergo balloon valvuloplasty to open the mitral valve.

Who are the top Congenital Mitral Malformation Local Doctors?

Experienced in Congenital Mitral Malformation

Dr. Rajani Anand

Pediatric Cardiology

Experienced in Congenital Mitral Malformation

Dr. Rajani Anand

Pediatric Cardiology

ETSU Physicians & Associates- Pediatrics

325 N State Of Franklin Rd,

Johnson City, TN

423-439-7320

Languages Spoken:

English

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. Dr. Anand is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Mitral Malformation. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Supravalvular Stenosis, Pulmonary Valve Stenosis, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, and Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy. Dr. Anand is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

Experienced in Congenital Mitral Malformation

Dr. Marc D. Knepp

Cardiology | Pediatrics | Pediatric Cardiology

Experienced in Congenital Mitral Malformation

Dr. Marc D. Knepp

Cardiology | Pediatrics | Pediatric Cardiology

OSF Children's Hospital Of Illinois - Congenital Heart Center

420 Northeast Glen Oak Avenue Suite 301,

Peoria, IL

800-443-9898

Languages Spoken:

English

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Marc Knepp is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Knepp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Mitral Malformation. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrioventricular Septal Defect, Partial Atrioventricular Canal, Endocardial Cushion Defect, and Isthmian Coarctation. Dr. Knepp is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Pediatrics.

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Experienced in Congenital Mitral Malformation

Dr. Majd Makhoul

Pediatric Cardiology

Experienced in Congenital Mitral Malformation

Dr. Majd Makhoul

Pediatric Cardiology

Atrium Health Levine Children's HEARTest Yard Congenital Heart Center

1001 Blythe Blvd., Suite 500,

Charlotte, NC

704-373-1813

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English

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Majd Makhoul is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Makhoul is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Mitral Malformation. His clinical expertise encompasses X-Linked Cardiac Valvular Dysplasia, Cardiac Diverticulum, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), and Congenital Mitral Malformation. Dr. Makhoul is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Cardiology, 2014. Dr. Makhoul is currently accepting new patients.