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Mitral valve prolapse in children.

R D Greenwood

    Postgraduate Medicine
    |October 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) is common in children, diagnosed by clicks or murmurs. Abnormal ECGs in MVP warrant further cardiac monitoring for long-term health.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Cardiology
    • Cardiovascular Abnormalities
    • Echocardiography

    Background:

    • Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) is the most frequent cardiovascular condition in pediatric populations.
    • Diagnosis is typically established via auscultation, identifying a nonejection click, potentially with an associated murmur.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline the diagnostic criteria and prognostic implications of mitral valve prolapse in children.
    • To recommend appropriate diagnostic and monitoring strategies for pediatric MVP patients.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of clinical presentation and diagnostic findings in pediatric mitral valve prolapse.
    • Evaluation of electrocardiogram (ECG) abnormalities and their association with long-term outcomes.
    • Recommendations for further investigations including exercise testing and Holter monitoring.

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    Main Results:

    • Electrocardiogram (ECG) abnormalities are infrequent but significant, indicating potential long-term prognosis concerns.
    • Children with MVP and ECG abnormalities require comprehensive assessment, including exercise testing and Holter monitoring.
    • Dysrhythmia in pediatric MVP patients necessitates close follow-up due to risks of morbidity and mortality, even if asymptomatic.

    Conclusions:

    • Mitral valve prolapse in children requires careful evaluation, especially if ECG abnormalities are present.
    • Exercise testing and Holter monitoring are crucial for assessing risk in these patients.
    • Activity restrictions are guided by symptom exacerbation, specifically chest pain or dysrhythmia.