Gynaecology & Obstetrics In valvular heart disease complicating pregnancy the following statements are true except: A A closed mitral valvotomy can be carried out if symptoms of mitral stenosis are severe B Open heart surgery is associated with a reduction in fetal loss C Mitral regurgitation is usually well tolerated D A maternal mortality of 15% has been reported in women with critical aortic stenosis 💡 Explanation In valvular heart disease complicating pregnancy the following statements are true except: ✓ Correct Answer: B. Open heart surgery is associated with a reduction in fetal loss