Valvular Heart Disease - A New Evolving Paradigm

Rick A. Nishimura, MD, a Professor of Medicine in Cardiology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, reviews his article appearing in the February 2025 issue of Mayo Clinic Proceedings where finds nearly half of the patients with valvular heart disease who could benefit from interventions are not being recognized or referred, and he offers information on new developments in the diagnosis, treatment options, and new technologies for valvular heart disease. These developments offer improvement in the quality of life and longevity for patients. Dr. Nishimura stresses that early intervention, even in the symptom-free patient, is key. Available at: mayocl.in/4fnrGZx