The mitral valve is one of four valves in the heart that keep blood flowing in the right direction. Each valve has flaps, called leaflets, that open and close once during each heartbeat.

Learn more about the symptoms and treatment of this most common heart valve condition, which causes blood to leak backward in the heart.

Apr 16, 2024 · If you have a leaky or stiff mitral valve, you may need heart surgery. Learn about the different procedures used to repair or replace this valve.

To diagnose mitral valve disease, including mitral valve stenosis and mitral valve regurgitation, a health care professional examines you and asks questions about your medical history.

Mar 27, 2024 · The mitral valve is one of four valves in the heart that keep blood flowing in the right direction. Each valve has flaps (leaflets) that open and close once during each heartbeat.

When the valve between the left heart chambers is narrowed, the heart doesn't get enough blood. Know the symptoms, causes and treatment of this type of heart valve disease.

Mar 27, 2024 · This heart condition, also called Barlow syndrome, affects the valve separating the left heart chambers. Know the symptoms and when it’s treated.

Apr 16, 2024 · If you have a leaky or stiff mitral valve, you may need heart surgery. Learn about the different procedures used to repair or replace this valve.

Apr 6, 2024 · These heart conditions present at birth cause the mitral valve to leak or become narrowed. Know the symptoms and treatment.

Mar 18, 2025 · My surgeon said that non-invasive surgery for my mitral valve would only be a temporary fix. He says my mitral valve is severely leaking. If he did open heart surgery, they …