Congenital Stenosis Of Aortic Valve
Aortic valve stenosis; Left ventricular outflow tract obstruction; Rheumatic aortic stenosis; Calcium aortic stenosis
Prevention
Treat strep infections promptly to prevent rheumatic fever, which can cause aortic stenosis. This condition itself often cannot be prevented, but some of the complications can be prevented.
Follow the health care provider's treatment recommendation for conditions that may cause valve disease. Notify the provider if there is a family...
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