Mitral Regurgitation, Acute
Alternate Names : Acute Mitral Insufficiency, Acute Mitral Incompetence
What are the treatments for the condition?
Acute mitral regurgitation requires immediate medical care. Regardless of the cause, open heart surgery is often needed to replace or repair the damaged mitral valve. Medication and special devices may help before surgery.
What are the side effects of the treatments?
Surgery may cause bleeding, infection, or allergic reaction to anesthesia. Someone who has an artificial valve is at higher risk for blood clots. These small blood clots can travel in the blood and block blood flow to other organs.
What happens after treatment for the condition?
After recovering from surgery, a person:
can usually return to a normal daily routine
should see the provider regularly to help assure that the valve is working properly
should follow any recommended diet, such as a low-sodium diet
should slowly increase activity
should tell the healthcare provider about any change in how he or she feels
A blood-thinning medicine is often prescribed after surgery to help prevent blood clots. A person should check with the healthcare provider before taking any over-the-counter medications or herbal remedies. Some drugs can interfere with the blood-thinning medicine.
How is the condition monitored?
Acute mitral regurgitation is monitored through regular visits to the healthcare provider. The provider may order regular tests, including an echocardiogram. Any new or unusual symptoms should be reported to the healthcare provider.
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