Valvular insufficiency
Valvular Insufficiency
Valvular insufficiency (pronounced: val-vyoo-lar in-suh-fish-en-see), also known as valvular regurgitation or valvular incompetence, is a condition where the heart's valves do not close properly, leading to backward flow of blood.
Etymology
The term "valvular" is derived from the Latin word "valvula", meaning a small valve, and "insufficiency" comes from the Latin "insufficientia", meaning inadequacy or lack.
Definition
Valvular insufficiency is a condition characterized by the failure of one or more of the heart's valves to close fully, resulting in the backward flow of blood within the heart. This can lead to symptoms such as shortness of breath, fatigue, and heart palpitations.
Types
There are four types of valvular insufficiency, named after the valve they affect: Mitral valve insufficiency, Tricuspid valve insufficiency, Pulmonary valve insufficiency, and Aortic valve insufficiency.
Causes
Valvular insufficiency can be caused by a variety of conditions, including congenital heart defects, rheumatic heart disease, endocarditis, and cardiomyopathy.
Treatment
Treatment for valvular insufficiency depends on the severity of the condition and the symptoms experienced by the patient. It may include medication, lifestyle changes, or in severe cases, heart valve surgery.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Valvular insufficiency
- Wikipedia's article - Valvular insufficiency
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