Aortic valve stenosis (AVS) is a heart condition in which the aortic valve is narrowed and prevents the normal flow of blood from the left ventricle. Epidemiology Aortic valve stenosis occupies the leading position in the structure of morbidity of all valve pathologies of the heart. The prevalence of AAC increases significantly with age: in […]
Aortic valve insufficiency (AVI) is a heart condition in which the aortic valve leaflets do not close completely, leading to a reverse blood flow (regurgitation) from the aorta into the left ventricle. Epidemiology Etiology Pathophysiology Acute aortic regurgitation develops suddenly, most commonly due to infective endocarditis, aortic dissection, or valve trauma. Acute AR quickly leads […]
The tricuspid valve regulates blood flow between the right atrium and right ventricle. Acquired tricuspid valve diseases develop after birth and disrupt this flow. The two main types are tricuspid stenosis (TS) and tricuspid regurgitation (TR). While rheumatic fever and infective endocarditis are known causes, other factors like carcinoid syndrome, radiation therapy, connective tissue disorders, […]
Kisukevich O.V·February 26, 2025·10 min read
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