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Anterior mitral valve aneurysm: A subaortic complication of aortic valve endocarditis: A case report and review of literature

  • M. Rachko
  • , A. M. Saft
  • , D. Yeshou
  • , L. Salciccioli
  • , R. A. Stein

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Abstract

Mitral valve aneurysm is a rare cause of mitral regurgitation, and is usually associated with aortic valve endocarditis. Prompt diagnosis and early surgical treatment can prevent complications such as embolization and rupture of the aneurysm. The authors report a case of aortic valve endocarditis and mitral valve aneurysm in a patient who initially presented with urinary tract infection.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)145-147
Number of pages3
JournalHeart Disease
Volume3
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - 2001
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Aortic valve
  • Endocarditis
  • Mitral valve aneurysm
  • Transesophageal echocardiography

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