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CSC Cardiac Nursing Subspecialty

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A pregnant patient is diagnosed with mitral stenosis. An echocardiogram shows that the valve cusps are pliable, there is minimal chordal thickening, and no subvalvular thickening or calcification. Which treatment option is suitable for her?
  1. Open mitral commissurotomy
  2. Percutaneous balloon valvuloplasty
  3. Medical management
  4. Valve replacement
Explanation
Answer: B - The best option for this patient with mitral stenosis, good leaflet pliability, minimal chordal thickening, and good subvalvular function is percutaneous balloon valvuloplasty. This procedure is considered suitable for pregnant patients who have mitral stenosis.
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