Mitral Stenosis - Causes, Pathophysiology and Treatment

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Mitral stenosis is a condition characterized by obstruction of blood flow across the mitral valve from the left atrium to the left ventricle. The mechanical obstruction leads to increases in pressure within the left atrium, pulmonary vasculature, and right side of the heart. 

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