What is aortic stenosis? Aortic stenosis is the short form of aortic valve stenosis and describes a congenital or acquired heart valve disease. In aortic stenosis, the aortic valve, the valve between the left ventricle and the aorta, is pathologically narrower than in healthy individuals. Typical is a progressive calcification of the valve pockets of … Aortic Stenosis
The classification Aortic valve stenoses are first classified according to their origin, i.e. acquired or congenital (inherited). In inherited aortic stenosis, the localization of the narrowing at the aortic valve must be distinguished: valvular/supravalvular/subvalvular aortic stenosis. The shape of the aortic valve can be unicuspid or bicuspid and refers to the presence of certain heart … The classification | Aortic Stenosis
The course of the disease An untreated aortic valve stenosis usually leads to a worsening of the stenosis. If the cause is valve wear and unhealthy lifestyle, calcification will progress and the valve will become increasingly narrow. Untreated, dangerous complications can occur. The turbulent blood flow at the damaged heart valve can cause small blood … The course of the disease | Aortic Stenosis
