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Granulomatous mitral valve obstruction.

D H Fitchett, C M Oakley

    British Heart Journal
    |January 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Acquired mitral valve obstruction from a granulomatous mass is exceptionally rare. This case highlights diagnostic challenges and potential causes of this unusual condition.

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    Area of Science:

    • Cardiology
    • Pathology
    • Rare Diseases

    Background:

    • Acquired mitral valve obstruction, excluding rheumatic causes, is a very uncommon clinical presentation.
    • Granulomatous infiltration of the mitral valve leading to obstruction is exceedingly rare.