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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
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ETSU Physicians & Associates- Pediatrics

325 N State Of Franklin Rd, 
Johnson City, TN 
423-439-7320
Languages Spoken:
English
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Rajani Anand is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Johnson City, Tennessee. 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
Referral may be required

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 Endocardial Cushion Defect, Atrioventricular Septal Defect, Partial Atrioventricular Canal, and Isthmian Coarctation. Dr. Knepp is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Pediatrics.

 
 
 
 
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Distinguished in Congenital Mitral Malformation
Dr. Syed T. Shahab
Interventional Cardiology
Distinguished in Congenital Mitral Malformation
Dr. Syed T. Shahab
Interventional Cardiology
Referral may be required

Vascular And Interventional Cardiology

2812 Old Lee Hwy, 100b, 
Fairfax, VA 
703-532-1700
Languages Spoken:
English, Farsi, Punjabi, Spanish, Urdu
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Syed Shahab is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Shahab is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Mitral Malformation. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Mitral Malformation, Aortic Regurgitation, Angina, and Rheumatic Fever.

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