Mitral Atresia

Definition

Definition of Mitral Atresia
A rare defect where the mitral valve is closed off. The mitral valve connects the two chambers on the left side of the heart (atrium and ventricle). The blood is therefore unable to flow between the two heart chambers.

Symptoms

Symptoms of Mitral Atresia
Patients with the defect have small left heart ventricles, underdeveloped left heart ventricle, closed mitral valve, and shortness of breath. Infants with mitral atresia have feeding problems.

Causes

Causes of Mitral Atresia
The causes of mitral atresia listed below:

1. Circulatory System Conditions
2. Heart Conditions
3. Chest Conditions
4. Heart Valve Conditions
5. Congenital Conditions - Physical Defects
6. Congenital Conditions

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of Mitral Atresia
Consult with your doctor.

Treatment

Treatment of Mitral Atresia
Consult with your doctor.

Prognosis

Prognosis of Mitral Atresia
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Prevention

Prevention of Mitral Atresia
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