cardiovascular disorders
Mitral Valve Prolapse (MVP)
Treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse
Usually none Sometimes beta-blockers Mitral valve prolapse does not usually require treatment. Beta-blockers (eg,atenolol,propranolol) and calcium channel blockers (eg,verapamil) decrease symptoms due to associated ectopy but there is no evidence that they improve prognosis. Treatment may be required. Treatment depends on severity and associated left atrial and LV changes. Antibiotic prophylaxis against endocarditis is no longer recommended. Anticoagulants to prevent thromboembolism are recommended only for patients with atrial fibrillation or prior transient ischemic attack or stroke. 