15 Questions
What is the medical management for mitral regurgitation in relation to heart rate?
β-blockers or rate-limiting calcium antagonists to control ventricular rate
What is the purpose of anticoagulant therapy in mitral valve prolapse?
To reduce the risk of systemic embolism
What is the procedure that involves widening the mitral valve using a balloon?
Balloon mitral valvuloplasty
Which medication is used to control pulmonary congestion in mitral regurgitation?
Diuretics
What is the primary benefit of repairing the tricuspid valve with an annuloplasty ring?
Bringing the leaflets closer together to improve valve function
What is the surgical procedure that involves replacing the mitral valve with an artificial one?
Mitral valve replacement
What is a potential alternative to tricuspid valve repair with an annuloplasty ring?
Tricuspid valve replacement
Which of the following conditions may benefit from tricuspid valve repair with an annuloplasty ring?
Tricuspid regurgitation due to marked dilatation of the tricuspid annulus
What is the primary indication for anticoagulant therapy in patients with tricuspid valve disease?
To prevent stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation
Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of untreated tricuspid regurgitation?
Aortic regurgitation
What is the primary goal of anticoagulant therapy in patients with mitral regurgitation?
To reduce the risk of systemic embolism
What is the term used to describe the condition where the mitral valve is abnormally thick and has redundant folds?
Floppy mitral valve
What is the procedure where a balloon is used to dilate the mitral valve opening?
Balloon valvuloplasty
What is the medical management of mitral regurgitation that involves the use of diuretics and antibiotics?
Supportive therapy
What is the surgical procedure where the mitral valve is replaced with a prosthetic one?
Mitral valve replacement
This quiz is about the benefits of repairing the tricuspid valve with an annuloplasty ring in patients undergoing mitral valve replacement. It discusses how the procedure can improve valve function by bringing the leaflets closer together. Test your knowledge on this topic and see how well you understand the benefits of this procedure.
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