INBDE (Integrated National Board Dental Examination) Practice Exam

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Which of the following structures is affected by rheumatic fever?

Mitral Valve
Aortic Valve
Tricuspid Valve
Pulmonary Valve

The correct answer is: Mitral Valve

Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory disease that can occur after a streptococcal infection. It most commonly affects the heart, joints, and skin. One of the main structures that is affected by rheumatic fever is the heart, particularly the valves. The valves of the heart are responsible for regulating blood flow through the heart chambers. Of the four valves in the heart, the most commonly affected by rheumatic fever is the mitral valve. This is because it is located on the left side of the heart and is the most commonly used valve. The other options listed - aortic, tricuspid, and pulmonary valves - are also affected by rheumatic fever, but not as commonly as the mitral valve.