Mitral valve regurgitation

[KenKeith]

Is there any evidence or knowledge that an enlarged LV with slightly reduced contractility be the cause of severe MV regurg to an otherwise normal valve?

 

[Christian]

Just FYI - some of us aren't so fond of Dr. Bolling. He reviewed my wife's file in 1998 and I can say (with the benefit of hindsight) that his conclusions were wrong. Our son -- who was born healthy and without any complications -- wouldn't exist if we had listened to Dr. Bolling rather than going to the Cleveland Clinic for a second opinion. That's an entire life down the tubes had we followed his advice.

I'm sure he's a smart guy and a wonderful surgeon, but there's a fine line between tackling a problem aggressively and acting brazenly. In my opinion, he leans towards the latter.

 

[KenKeith]

Sheylathomas, thanks for the information. My thoughts if the left ventricle were enlarged, this condition in itself would or could skew the valve opening in a non-concentric configuration causing regurgitation secondary to the enlargement. If his be true, then it may be plausible to consider a favorable outcome by reverse remodeling of the LV with beta blocker medicine as I understand in many cases beta blockers will reduce the size of the heart.

Christian, your past situation is a testimonial to get a second opinion regardless of the circumstances. Hope it has continued to work well for you.