Video Q&A about Valvular Heart Disease

At what point should mild tricuspid regurgitation require treatment?

What is aortic valve diameter requiring replacement in asypmtomatic patient?

Are there differences in prognosis or treatment for valve issues caused by congenital defects versus acquired heart disease?

Is it common for a congenital aortic valve tear to require a valve replacement?

Two part question. Is it possible for the heart to regain normal function (in terms of exercise tolerance) after multiple valve (mitral & aortic) replacements? Why or why not? What about atrial size and remodeling -- does that improve as well? I have a history of rheumatic heart disease and my valves were replaced 3 years ago. I am in my 60s and very active but my fitness level has stayed the same.

I have aortic insufficiency, along with diastolic dysfunction but I have a normal ejection fraction. Does the normal EF make me not a candidate for valve replacement?

Hey Connect members! We're going to go live at 2:15 CT instead of 2:30, due to the physicians' schedules. If you miss the first part, worry not! It will be archived here for later viewing. FYI @kanaazpereira.

2.15 ET?

Oops! CT

Hello @aclanton @m3shl1992 @swsider @cline07,

I’d like to welcome you to Mayo Clinic Connect and let you know that the video has been recorded, and will be archived on this page for future viewing.

I also thought you may also be interested in joining and meeting other members who are talking about heart conditions, including valve disease, rhythm disorders. You can share your story (if you wish), ask questions, get support, and connect with many others like you.

For instance...

@aclanton, you might find this conversation about tricuspid valve regurgitation helpful:
– Mitral Valve & Tricuspid valve regurgitation: when to see a cardiologist? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/i-was-just-diagnosised-with-mitral-valve-and-tricuspid-insufficiency-i-have/

@m3shl1992, I found an informative Connect discussion and journal article related to your question:
– Aortic Stenosis & Valve Replacement https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/aortic-valve-calcification/
– Management of Asymptomatic Aortic Stenosis - Evolving Concepts in Timing of Valve Replacement http://imaging.onlinejacc.org/content/early/2019/06/07/j.jcmg.2019.01.036

@swsider, you might be interested in viewing this video Q&A where Mayo Clinic experts talk about congenital heart disorders:
– https://connect.mayoclinic.org/webinar/webinar-topic-challenges-in-adult-congenital-heart-disease-what-the-patient-needs/
– Congenital Heart Disease Requires Lifelong Care https://connect.mayoclinic.org/page/congenital-heart-disease/newsfeed-post/infographic-congenital-heart-disease-requires-lifelong-care/

@cline07, an aortic dissection, (or aortic tear) occurs in a weakened area of the aortic wall or when a tear develops in the inner layer of the wall of the aorta. In this discussion, https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/aortic-aneurysms-introduce-yourself-meet-others/ you will meet many members talking about aortic dissection.

I hope this helps, and I truly look forward to getting to know you all.