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Can untreated atrial fibrillation cause a minor leaky triscupid valve?
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Minor Leaky triscupid valve confirmed on cardio echo, leak wasn't there on echo done 2 yrs b4. Documented AF & A Flutter.
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Dr Andrei Catanchin
Cardiologist (Heart Specialist)
Dr Catanchin is a cardiologist and electrophysiologist managing atrial fibrillation and other heart rhythm disorders with medication, devices (ie. pacemakers, defibrillators) and catheter ablation. He … View Profile
No, the atrial arrhythmia is not the cause of the minor valve leak.
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