valvular insufficiency

noun

, Pathology.

1. abnormal closure of a heart valve resulting in failure to prevent regurgitation of blood.

Example Sentences

Valvular insufficiency and cardiac atrophy seem to be remarkably prevalent.

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An examination at this stage may reveal valvular insufficiency, cardiac hypertrophy, or pulmonary engorgement.

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Such cases must be watched before one can say that true valvular insufficiency is not present.

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