rheumatic heart disease
A heart valve disease that is characterized by repeated inflammation with fibrinous repair caused by an autoimmune reaction to Group A beta-hemolytic streptococci (GAS) that results in valvular damage. The cardinal anatomic changes of the valve include leaflet thickening, commissural fusion, and shortening and thickening of the tendinous cords.
Exact Synonyms
rheumatic carditis
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lschriml
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2014-02-12T03:03:38Z
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