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Understanding mitral valve prolapse (MVP).

I J Schatz1

  • 1Department of Medicine, University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine, Honolulu.

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|August 1, 1988
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Mitral valve prolapse diagnosis relies on audible clicks and murmurs, but echocardiograms aren't always needed. Management focuses on symptoms and arrhythmias, with medication reserved for severe cases.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Cardiac Auscultation
  • Echocardiography

Background:

  • Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) is often diagnosed based on clinical findings like systolic clicks and late systolic murmurs.
  • The underlying pathology involves myxomatous changes in valve leaflets and chordae tendineae degeneration.
  • The association between MVP and symptoms like autonomic dysfunction requires further clarification.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the diagnostic necessity of echocardiography in suspected mitral valve prolapse.
  • To discuss the management of symptoms and arrhythmias associated with MVP.
  • To clarify the relationship between MVP and neuroendocrine disturbances.

Main Methods:

  • Clinical auscultation for audible clicks and late systolic murmurs.

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  • Echocardiography (M-mode and 2D) for uncertain auscultatory findings.
  • Review of patient complaints and management strategies for arrhythmias.

    • Main Results:

    • An audible click and late systolic murmur suggest MVP, but echocardiography is not always required for diagnosis.
    • Echocardiography, particularly 2D from the parasternal long-axis view, is sensitive and specific; apical views may yield false positives.
    • A small subset of MVP patients experience symptoms potentially linked to neuroendocrine issues; the exact relationship is unclear.
    • Arrhythmias are observed, with initial management involving lifestyle modifications; medical treatment is reserved for hemodynamically significant cases or high-risk patients.

    Conclusions:

    • Clinical findings alone can suggest MVP, reducing the routine need for echocardiography.
    • Management of MVP should address associated symptoms and arrhythmias, with a cautious approach to pharmacological interventions.
    • Further research is needed to elucidate the connection between autonomic dysfunction and mitral valve prolapse.