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Brain events associated with mitral valve prolapse

M R Hanson, J P Conomy, J R Hodgman

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    |September 1, 1980
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    Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) is a risk factor for stroke, particularly in women. Echocardiography is recommended for patients with unexplained cerebral ischemia to identify potential MVP.

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    Area of Science:

    • Cardiology
    • Neurology
    • Vascular Medicine

    Background:

    • Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) is a common valvular heart condition.
    • Brain dysfunction can manifest in various neurological disorders.
    • The link between MVP and cerebrovascular events requires further investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the clinical and laboratory features of patients with both mitral valve prolapse and brain dysfunction.
    • To determine if MVP is a significant risk factor for stroke in patients lacking other common risk factors.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 24 patients diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse and concurrent brain dysfunction.
    • Review of clinical presentations, laboratory findings, and neuroimaging results (including cerebral angiograms).

    Main Results:

    • The majority of affected patients were women (70%) aged 20-63 years (average 43).
    • Cerebral infarction was the most common neurological event, followed by transient ischemic attacks, hemorrhages, and seizures.
    • MVP was diagnosed prior to neurological symptoms in only 4 patients, suggesting a potential underdiagnosis or delayed recognition.
    • Cerebral angiograms indicated distal occlusions, consistent with embolic phenomena.

    Conclusions:

    • Mitral valve prolapse is identified as a potential risk factor for stroke.
    • Emboli originating from damaged mitral valve leaflets are hypothesized as the cause of brain lesions.
    • Echocardiography is recommended for patients presenting with cerebral ischemia without other identifiable stroke risk factors.

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