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Is There Any Option For Rheumatic Mitral Valve Repair Instead Of Replacement?
is there an option for rheumatic mitral valve repair instead of replacement?
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Hello,
The mitral valve can be repaired instead of being replaced. But this depends on the condition of the valve and the choice of the surgeon.
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The mitral valve can be repaired instead of being replaced. But this depends on the condition of the valve and the choice of the surgeon.
If you need more help, go to: www.med50.blogspot.com
Hello there..
There are various conditions which can lead to damage of Mitral valve.... Based on the severity of disease it can be replaced in the early stages of diseases.
So answer to your question is yes it can repaired!!!
Hope this helps!
There are various conditions which can lead to damage of Mitral valve.... Based on the severity of disease it can be replaced in the early stages of diseases.
So answer to your question is yes it can repaired!!!
Hope this helps!
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