title: An overview of mitral valve prolapse.
abstract: Mitral valve prolapse is a commonly diagnosed condition involving the cardiac valves. Although usually a benign disorder, there may be complications that require hospitalization in a critical care unit. This article provides an overview of mitral valve prolapse--pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, medical management, potential complications, and nursing management.
authors.affiliation: Cardiology of Kentucky, Louisville, USA. JennyARNP@yahoo.com
authors.forename: Jennifer M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Sims
authors.forename: Vickie A
authors.initials: VA
authors.lastname: Miracle
mesh_terms: D003422:Critical Care / Q000379:methods*; D004452:Echocardiography; D004562:Electrocardiography; D006801:Humans; D008945:Mitral Valve Prolapse / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D024802:Nurse's Role; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D010353:Patient Education as Topic / Q000379:methods; D012307:Risk Factors