Congenital Mitral Malformation Symptoms, Doctors, Treatments, Advances & More

Congenital Mitral Malformation Overview

Definition
Symptoms
Treatments
Top Doctors
Clinical Trials
Latest Advances

Save information for later

Learn About Congenital Mitral Malformation

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.

Not sure about your diagnosis?

Check Your Symptoms

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?

Advanced in Congenital Mitral Malformation

Dr. Prema Ramaswamy

Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics

Advanced in Congenital Mitral Malformation

Dr. Prema Ramaswamy

Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics

Maimonides Faculty Practice Plan

4802 10th Ave,

Brooklyn, NY

718-283-6000

Languages Spoken:

English

See accepted insurances

Prema Ramaswamy is a Pediatric Cardiologist and a Pediatrics provider in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Ramaswamy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Mitral Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Pediatric Myocarditis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Heart Murmurs, and Congenital Mitral Malformation.

Advanced in Congenital Mitral Malformation

Dr. James P. Strainic

Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics

Advanced in Congenital Mitral Malformation

Dr. James P. Strainic

Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics

University Hospitals Medical Group Inc

11100 Euclid Ave,

Cleveland, OH

Languages Spoken:

English

See accepted insurances

Accepting New Patients

James Strainic is a Pediatric Cardiologist and a Pediatrics provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Strainic is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Mitral Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Atresia, Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular Septum, Ventricular Septal Defects, and Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation. Dr. Strainic is currently accepting new patients.

Learn about our expert tiers

Learn More

Advanced in Congenital Mitral Malformation

Dr. David J. Steflik

Pediatric Cardiology | Cardiology | Pediatrics

Advanced in Congenital Mitral Malformation

Dr. David J. Steflik

Pediatric Cardiology | Cardiology | Pediatrics

101 William H Johnson St Ste 400,

Florence, SC

843-777-7300

Languages Spoken:

English

See accepted insurances

Accepting New Patients

David Steflik is a Pediatric Cardiologist and a Cardiologist in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Steflik is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Mitral Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Valve Stenosis, Pulmonary Supravalvular Stenosis, Heart Murmurs, and Cardiac Diverticulum. Dr. Steflik is currently accepting new patients.