Functional mitral regurgitation after a first non-ST-segment elevation acute coronary syndrome: contribution to congestive heart failure

Abstract

There is an increased risk for subsequent CHF in patients with MR after a first NSTSEACS. The risk of CHF is closely related to the MR presence and severity. Thus, the detection of MR by means of Doppler echocardiography after a first episode of NSTSEACS is crucial.