Monday, June 20, 2011

Valvular Heart Disease

Valvular heart disease results when one or more of the four valves of the heart does not function properly. Either the valve will not shut completely, which is known as a prolapse, or it will not open enough so that there is a stenosis. Valvular disease may be the result of congenital defects, heart attacks, or infections.
In some situations, valvular heart disease may not be linked to coronary disease. However, there would be times when there is a connection because heart disease may lead

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