Valve Dysfunction - Rhemautic Heart Disease Flashcards by Shriya Govan

Q

Aortic Stenosis

location
where does pressure increase?

A

Valve between aorta and left ventricle

-pressure increases in left ventricle

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Clinical Features of aortic stenosis (4)

A

Reduced exercise tolerance
Angina when exercising
Fainting

ASYMPTOMATIC

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Progression of Aortic Stenosis

A

Pharmacological or surgical treatment

- pulmonary oedema =left side

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