A 40-year-old woman had several episodes of rheumatic fever as a child. She is currently afebrile and feels well, and has come to a hospital for monitoring echocardiography. Which of the following findings would MOST likely be seen in this patient’s mitral valve?
A 40-year-old woman had several episodes of rheumatic fever as a child. She is currently afebrile and feels well, and has come to a hospital for monitoring echocardiography. Which of the following findings would MOST likely be seen in this patient’s mitral valve?
💡 Explanation
A 40-year-old woman had several episodes of rheumatic fever as a child. She is currently afebrile and feels well, and has come to a hospital for monitoring echocardiography. Which of the following findings would MOST likely be seen in this patient's mitral valve?
✓ Correct Answer: B. Fibrous bridging between thickened, calcified leaflets
📤 Share this MCQ
Share Card Preview
👆 1080x1080 square card — fills the full width in WhatsApp and Telegram