Genetic mutations in heart valve cells of the developing fetus lead to mitral valve prolapse, report a global collaborative of researchers. These mutations or genetic variations cause defects in ...

Heart valve defects are a common cause of death in newborns. Scientists have discovered "Creld1" is a key gene for the development of heart valves in mice. The researchers were able to show that a ...

A pioneering heart valve replacement that grows at the same rate as the organ does could transform lives of children with defects, scientists say. The prosthetic could remove the need for patients to ...