Navigating Aortic Valve Stenosis Treatment
Aortic valve stenosis develops when the valve narrows, restricting blood flow to the heart. The condition can occur at any age but is more common in older adults. According to the Cleveland Clinic, about 2% of adults over age 65 have some degree of aortic stenosis. The condition may occur as a result of a congenital heart defect, chronic kidney disease or an infection that damages the heart. There also appears to be a link between coronary artery disease and aortic valve stenosis. According to the journal Circulation, significant...