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Our Health Library does not replace the advice of a doctor. Please be advised that this information is made available to assist our patients to learn more about their heart health. Our providers may not see and/or treat all topics found herein.

Our Health Library information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Please be advised that this information is made available to assist our patients to learn more about their health. Our providers may not see and/or treat all topics found herein.

Tricuspid valve abnormalities

Tricuspid valve abnormalities are problems with the structure of the heart valve that is located between the upper right and lower right chambers. The tricuspid valve may not form correctly or not form at all during fetal growth.

Tricuspid valve abnormalities can interfere with normal blood flow. A normal tricuspid valve keeps the blood flowing in one direction to the lungs. Blood needs to take up oxygen from the lungs before the left side of the heart sends it throughout the body.

Examples of tricuspid valve abnormalities include tricuspid atresia and Ebstein's anomaly. Some babies who are born with an abnormal tricuspid valve have other heart problems that help them survive. These other problems help the heart get oxygen-rich blood to body tissues.

Current as of: July 31, 2024

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

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