Medical articles of Valvular heart disease

11/04/2025
Dr Nikolaos Papamichail
Consultant cardiologist
Heart valve disease and chest pain: how a stress test can help detect the problem
In this article, a consultant cardiologist explains how a stress test may be used to uncover the origins of chest pain, which can sometimes be caused by heart valve disease.
02/04/2025
Dr G. Sunthar Kanaganayagam
Consultant Cardiologist and Honorary Senior Lecturer
Is your chest pain a sign of valve disease?
Chest pain is a symptom that can arise from various cardiovascular conditions, one of which is heart valve disease. Dr G. Sunthar Kanaganayagam, well-respected consultant cardiologist, provides an expert insight into valve disease and chest pain, including clinical presentations, diagnostic methods and treatment options available.
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23/10/2024
Mr Moninder Bhabra
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Valvular heart surgery: Exploring your treatment options
Valvular heart surgery is a critical surgical intervention designed to treat severe heart valve disorders. Here, Mr Moninder Bhabra, distinguished consultant cardiothoracic surgeon, provides a comprehensive overview of heart valve surgery, detailing the indications for the procedure, the different surgical options available, and the expected outcomes.
14/10/2024
Dr Gosia Wamil
Cardiologist
Breathlessness and swelling: could it be a sign of valve disease?
If you've noticed that you're becoming more breathless over time, or if you’ve started to see swelling around your ankles, it might be more than just getting older or being out of shape. These symptoms can sometimes be a sign of serious heart problems, particularly valvular heart disease. Heart valve disease progresses silently, but as it worsens, it can lead to heart failure—a condition where the heart can't pump blood effectively. The good news is that with modern imaging techniques, such as echocardiography (often called an “echo”), doctors can diagnose these issues early and recommend the right treatment to prevent further damage.
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06/06/2024
Dr Ananth Kidambi
Cardiologist
Heart valve disease explained: A patient's handbook
Heart valve disease is a condition that affects the valves of the heart, which regulate blood flow in and out of the heart chambers. Leading consultant cardiologist Dr Ananth Kidambi provides a clear understanding of what heart valve disease entails, its symptoms, causes, and the treatment options available.
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09/02/2023
Dr Mick Ozkor
Consultant Cardiologist
An expert's guide to valvular heart disease
Dr Mick Ozkor is a leading London-based consultant cardiologist. In his latest article, Dr Ozkor provides expert insight into valvular heart disease, including its causes, diagnosis and how to prevent it.
12/08/2019
Mr Inderpaul Birdi
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Mitral valve regurgitation: what exactly is it?
Mitral regurgitation is when the heart’s mitral valve doesn't close well enough during contractions, causing blood to leak and flow back into the heart. Blood is then incorrectly sent back towards the left atrium, causing various problems. Mr Inderpaul Birdi, a leading cardiothoracic surgeon in London, explains this condition and how it can be treated.
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21/01/2019
Dr Nicholas Robinson
Cardiologist
Heart check – what does it involve and should I be having one?
A heart check-up is exactly that – a series of tests and examinations to assess your risk for heart disease. Whilst not everyone needs to have a heart check, there are certain groups of people who have a higher risk of developing heart problems. Dr Nicholas Robinson, a cardiologist, explains who these risk groups are and what a heart check involves.
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