You probably will not have any symptoms from mitral valve prolapse.

In most cases, mitral valve prolapse is found during a regular doctor visit.

You will probably not need treatment for mitral valve prolapse.

In the study, there was also a higher prevalence for mitral valve prolapse (8%).

For most people with mitral valve prolapse, the effect on the heart is minor, and there are no symptoms.

Auscultation of the chest can reveal displaced heart beat and valve prolapse.

Mitral valve prolapse is a common diagnosis, affecting about 5 percent of the population, particularly women.

A possible relationship with mitral valve prolapse has been proposed.

Some studies estimated the incidence of mitral valve prolapse at 5 to 15 percent or even higher.

Individuals with mitral valve prolapse, particularly those without symptoms, often require no treatment.