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Tricuspid regurgitation

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Tricuspid Regurgitation
Tricuspid Regurgitation
Tricuspid Regurgitation
Tricuspid Regurgitation
Alternative Names

Tricuspid insufficiency


Prevention

Discuss any history of heart valve disease or any family history of congenital heart diseases before treatment by a health care provider or dentist. Any dental work, including cleaning, and any invasive procedure can introduce bacteria into the bloodstream. This bacteria can infect a weakened valve causing endocarditis.

Obtain prompt treatment for conditions that may cause valve disease. Treat strep infections promptly to prevent rheumatic fever.


Review Date: 05/30/2006
Reviewed By: Alan Berger, MD, Assistant Professor, Divisions of Cardiology and Epidemiology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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