Causes of mild tricuspid regurgitation in young people
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.