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Mitral valve prolapse. Incidence and clinical course in a pediatric population
Clinical Pediatrics
|June 1, 1984
Insights
Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) is common in children, affecting 5% of patients. Most pediatric MVP cases are asymptomatic and have a benign clinical course, often with a family history or ECG abnormalities.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Cardiology
- Echocardiography
- Valvular Heart Disease
Background:
- Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) is a recognized cardiac condition.
- Understanding its prevalence and clinical course in children is crucial for appropriate management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of mitral valve prolapse in a pediatric cohort.
- To identify associated clinical and electrocardiographic findings.
- To describe the clinical course of pediatric MVP.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective chart review of pediatric patients.
- Clinical diagnosis of mitral valve prolapse.
- Analysis of family history and electrocardiogram (ECG) data.
Main Results:
- Mitral valve prolapse was identified in 5% (154/3100) of pediatric patients.
- A positive family history of MVP was frequently observed.
- Minor electrocardiogram abnormalities were common in affected children.
- The majority of patients remained asymptomatic.
Conclusions:
- Mitral valve prolapse is a common finding in pediatric populations.
- Pediatric MVP typically follows a benign clinical course.
- Family history and ECG findings may be associated indicators in children with MVP.
Abstract:
Mitral valve prolapse is a common finding in the pediatric population. Five percent (154/3100) of pediatric patients had clinical evidence of mitral valve prolapse. A positive family history and minor abnormalities on electrocardiograms were frequent. The vast majority of patients were asymptomatic and exhibited a benign clinical course.