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A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia in Italy has focused on mitral valve prolapse (MVP), a condition that is typically considered benign but can have life-threatening arrhythmic forms. The study highlights the importance of early detection and risk stratification in asymptomatic patients. The researchers propose an image-based algorithm that utilizes speckle tracking echocardiography to identify patients who may require further advanced imaging investigation. The study emphasizes the role of cardiac imaging, particularly cardiac magnetic resonance, in identifying the arrhythmogenic substrate associated with MVP. [Extracted from the article]