Which predominantly female valvular disorder is thought to have an autosomal dominant inheritance pattern,as well as being associated with connective tissue disease?
A) Mitral valve prolapse
B) Tricuspid stenosis
C) Tricuspid valve prolapse
D) Aortic insufficiency

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Mitral valve prolapse tends to be most prevalent in young women.Studies suggest an autosomal dominant and X-linked inheritance pattern.Because mitral valve prolapse often is associated with other inherited connective tissue disorders (e.g.,Marfan syndrome,Ehlers-Danlos syndrome,osteogenesis imperfecta),it is thought to result from a genetic or environmental disruption of valvular development during the fifth or sixth week of gestation.This provided history is not associated with any of the other options.

Which Predominantly Female Valvular Disorder Is Thought to Have an Autosomal