Mitral Valve Disease

    Overview

    Mitral valve disease is a failure of the heart's mitral valve to open and close properly, causing a backflow of blood into the heart. Symptoms include shortness of breath, fatigue, lightheadedness, and a rapid, fluttering heartbeat. More severe cases may require medications, such as diuretics and blood thinners, or surgery.

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    William S. Stevens

    William S. Stevens, MD

    Cardiovascular Surgeon Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cancer Care
    619 E. Mason St. 5th Floor Springfield, IL 62701
    Accepting new patients
    217-545-8000
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