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Carcinoid syndrome produces valvular disease primarily of the -

A
Venous valves
B
Tricuspid valve
C
Mitral valve
D
Aoic valve
High-Yield Explanation
Carcinoid hea disease, also known as Hedinger syndrome, is rare affecting at least 20% of patients with carcinoid syndrome. Cardiac involvement in carcinoid disease generally results in right-sided valvular lesions, accompanied by tricuspid insufficiency and pulmonary stenosis. Ref Davidson 23rd edition pg 560

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