If one or two of the heart valves is defective or damaged, it can affect the blood flow in two ways:
If the valve doesn't open fully, it obstructs the blood flow. This is called narrowing or blood stenosis.
If the valve doesn't close properly, the blood will leak backward. This is called valve incompetence, a leaky valve, or regurgitation.
Surgery is the best option to improve the...
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