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
Ans: a. Mitral valve prolapse
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