主动脉瓣狭窄
Identifying aortic stenosis early on enables you to explore treatment options 和 make the best choice for your lifestyle.
What is 主动脉瓣狭窄?
的 heart pumps blood through the aortic valve to the body. Over time, calcium buildup can narrow the valve opening 和 restrict blood flow to the heart. If left undiagnosed or untreated in a timely fashion, it can become more severe 和 can ultimately lead to heart failure 和 death.
一个好消息! Identifying aortic stenosis earlier leads to longer, healthier lives.
Video: 主动脉瓣狭窄 Explained
What is aortic stenosis? Watch this video to see how it happens, learn about the symptoms 和 underst和 your treatment options.
Find out more about managing aortic stenosis:
新诊断的
If you were recently diagnosed with aortic stenosis, you probably have questions. Find out about symptoms, risk factors 和 treatments.
监测你的症状
It’s important to track your symptom progression to determine if it is getting better or worse. You may not experience noticeable symptoms until the narrowed valve greatly reduces blood flow.
治疗方案
AS can be treated 和 managing it appropriately can reduce the negative impact on your quality of life. If you notice a decline in routine physical activities or significant fatigue, it’s worth a visit to your health care professional.
目标:主动脉瓣狭窄
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Participating Organizations
的 Alliance For Aging Research(link opens in new window) 和 心脏瓣膜(link opens in new window) are patient organizations proud to participate in the American Heart Association's 目标:主动脉瓣狭窄 initiative.
