Mitral Valve Regurgitation: SeverityCurrent as of: October 5, 2017 |
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Mitral Valve Regurgitation: SeverityTopic OverviewA crucial step in the diagnostic process is determining how serious your case of mitral valve regurgitation (MR) is. Treatment can depend on how severe regurgitation is. You will likely get an echocardiogram to check your mitral valve and to find out how well your heart is pumping blood. And depending on your situation, your doctor may need more information and extra diagnostic tests. To find out the severity of your MR, your doctor will check many things. These include:
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