Mitral valve aneurysms: Clinical characteristics, echocardiographic abnormalities, and possible mechanisms of formation.

Jose Luiz Barros PenaTarciso O BomfimPaulo R L FortesCharles Simão-FilhoJosé de Souza Andrade-Filho

Published in: Echocardiography (Mount Kisco, N.Y.) (2017)

Different etiologies and formation mechanisms can occur in MVA. Echocardiography plays a fundamental role, providing meticulous examination of the mitral valve anatomy and flow. Unlike standard recommendations, clinical management is possible, and diagnosis does not imply immediate surgical correction.

Keyphrases

mitral valve
left ventricular
left atrial
computed tomography
pulmonary hypertension
clinical practice
atrial fibrillation