rheumatic heart disease

Noun

Meaning

heart disease caused by recurrent episodes of rheumatic fever; characterized by changes in the myocardium or scarring of the heart valves that reduce the power of the heart to pump blood

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Examples

All had rheumatic heart disease and presented with prolonged fever. Source: Internet

Chronic rheumatic heart disease is characterized by repeated inflammation with fibrinous resolution. Source: Internet

Then already suffering from rheumatic heart disease, he was placed in solitary confinement which made his health deteriorate more quickly. Source: Internet

We need to raise awareness regarding acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease. Source: Internet

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