What Are Mitral Valve Conditions?

The mitral valve is a heart valve that rests between the left atrium and left ventricle.

It regulates blood flow from the atrium to the ventricle during heart contraction. When the valve fails to function properly, blood can flow back into the atrium, which is known as mitral valve insufficiency or regurgitation. If blood flow is blocked, it’s called mitral valve stenosis. Both conditions can lead to heart failure.

Mitral valve conditions are usually congenital (present at birth), but they also can develop later in life due to age-related changes or other conditions such as rheumatic fever. Depending on the severity of the problem, treatment may include lifestyle modifications, drugs, and surgery.

Mitral Valve Conditions We Treat

Our team of experienced cardiologists and cardiac surgeons provide the best possible care for our patients. We provide minimally invasive and cutting-edge treatments, and we collaborate with each patient to design a tailored treatment plan that matches their specific needs.

Whether you are looking for conservative management or surgical intervention, Baptist Health is here to help.

Why Choose Us

Baptist Health is well-known for providing sophisticated and exceptional heart treatment to patients. This involves mitral valve disease diagnosis, management, and treatment. Our comprehensive team of professionals provides access to cutting-edge therapies, many of which are only available through specialized clinical trials.

We understand that each patient's situation is different, and we take the time to get to know each of our patients so that we can provide the most personalized care possible. We believe in a team approach to care, and our patients are always our top priority.