Causes of mild tricuspid regurgitation in young people

Apr 03, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Tian Hongbo
Introduction
In young people, mild tricuspid regurgitation may be caused by congenital developmental abnormalities, or may result from conditions such as pulmonary hypertension or myocardial infarction. If there is a congenital abnormality in the development of the heart valves, incomplete valve closure can lead to mild regurgitation, which generally does not require specific treatment. Besides the above-mentioned causes, it could also be due to factors such as heart failure.

Mild tricuspid regurgitation in young people may be caused by congenital developmental abnormalities, or may result from conditions such as pulmonary hypertension or myocardial infarction.

1. Congenital developmental abnormalities

If heart valves have congenital structural abnormalities, incomplete valve closure can lead to mild regurgitation. In general, no specific treatment is required.

2. Pulmonary hypertension

When pressure in the pulmonary artery increases, it raises pressure on the tricuspid valve, leading to tricuspid regurgitation. It is recommended to use medications such as furosemide injection, digoxin tablets, and ambrisentan tablets under medical guidance. In severe cases, heart-lung transplantation may be considered to improve the condition.

3. Myocardial infarction

When a patient suffers from right ventricular myocardial infarction, the papillary muscles attached to the tricuspid valve may be affected, causing tricuspid valve insufficiency and subsequent regurgitation. Under medical supervision, drugs such as metoprolol tartrate tablets and bisoprolol capsules can be used for management. In some cases, procedures such as balloon valvuloplasty or stent implantation may be necessary.

Besides the above causes, tricuspid regurgitation may also be due to other factors such as heart failure. It is advisable to seek timely diagnosis, identify the underlying cause, and receive targeted treatment accordingly.


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