Management subtleties of aortic valve stenosis

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Management subtleties of aortic valve stenosis

Chris Ellis

Tuesday 31 December 2024, 12:30 PM

[Image: ECG supplied]

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This article was first published online on 17 July.

Consultant cardiologist Chris Ellis looks at the management of aortic valve stenosis, which varies based on severity and patient risk factors

Key points, A careful clinical examination, with the patient holding their breath in expiration, is an important feature of optimal follow-up of left heart valve , Pract Green w Pale Yellow

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Vahanian A, Beyersdorf F, Praz F, et al. 2021 ESC/EACTS guidelines for the management of valvular heart disease. Eur Heart J 2022;43(7):561–632.

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