Abstract:1. Introduction
Caseous Calcification of the Mitral Annulus (CCMA) is a rare condition characterized by a liquefaction degeneration that usually involves posterior mitral ring and it is considered a variant of mitral annulus calcification. Its prevalence is very low, but it is possible that it is often underdiagnosed or misdiagnosed. This condition is related with increased age, female sex, chronic kidney disease and calcium metabolism disorders. The lesion can be detected using imaging techn… Show more
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