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Surgery for Acquired Aortic Valve Disease by Stephen Westaby, Armand Piwnica, 1997-01-15

Heart Sounds and Murmurs. Part 2: Aortic Valve Disease. by M K [Advisor] Towers, 1976

The timing of surgery in mitral valve and aortic valve disease (Current problems in cardiology) by Melvin D Cheitlin, 1987

Doppler Evaluation of Aortic Valve Disease by Lori Sens, 2002-01

Hemodynamics of aortic and mitral valve disease;: Transbronchial studies by Alvin Joseph Gordon, 1961

Quantative Methods Used to Determine Aortic And Mitral Valve Disease by Alan Waggoner, Lori Green, 1998-01

Aortic Valve Disease by Alan Waggoner, Lori Green, 1998-01

The Diagnosis and management of patients with aortic valve disease (Medical Grand Rounds) by Kirk Lipscomb, 1978

Notes on the treatment of some of the forms of disease involving the aortic valves by Arthur Ernest Sansom, 1888

Chlamydia Pneumoniae in Aortic Valve Sclerosis & Thoracic Aortic Disease: Aspects of Pathogenesis & Therapy (Comprehensive Summaries of Uppsala Dissertations from the Faculty of Medicine, 1168) by Christina Nystrom Rosander, 2002-07

The Bjork-Shiley tilting disc valve in aortic valvular disease (Scandinavien journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery : Supplementum) by Axel Henze, 1974

Textbook of Acquired Heart Valve Disease (Volume 1) by Jean Acar & Endre Bodnar, 1995

The Aortic Valve

The bicuspid condition of the aortic valves by William Osler, 1886

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Aortic Stenosis - Heart Disease And Other Cardiovascular Conditions On MedicineN
A number of conditions cause disease and narrowing of the aortic valve (aortic stenosis). When the degree of narrowing becomes significant enough to impede
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Extractions: The heart is a muscular pump with four chambers and four heart valves. The upper chambers, the right atrium and left atrium (atria - plural for atrium), are thin walled filling chambers. Blood flows from the right and left atria across the tricuspid and mitral valves into the lower chambers (right and left ventricles). The right and left ventricles have thick muscular walls for pumping blood across the pulmonic and aortic valves into the circulation. Heart valves are thin leaflets of tissue which open and close at the proper time during each heart beat cycle. The main function of these heart valves is to prevent blood from flowing backwards. Blood circulates through the arteries to provide oxygen and other nutrients to the body, and then returns with carbon dioxide waste through the veins to the right atrium. When the ventricles relax, blood from the right atrium passes through the tricuspid valve into the right ventricle. When the ventricles contract, blood from the right ventricle is pumped through the pulmonic valve into the lungs to reload on oxygen and remove carbon dioxide. The oxygenated blood then returns to the left atrium and passes through the mitral valve into the left ventricle. Blood is pumped by the left ventricle across the aortic valve into the aorta and the arteries of the body.
Aortic Stenosis
Patients with these characteristics tend to narrow their aortic valve area at a faster rate For more information or to learn more about valve disease or
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Extractions: West Suburban Cardiologists New: Indications for Endocarditis Prophylaxis Aortic Stenosis C alcific Aortic Stenosis is often a disease seen in the elderly. Symptomatic patients may report chest pain (angina), loss of consciousness (syncope), or shortness of breath (congestive heart failure). When severe or critical aortic stenosis is present and the patient has one of the symptoms mentioned above, surgery to replace the aortic valve is best course of action. H owever, many patients have other illnesses or problems that impose a high risk for major complications from cardiac surgery. Others have one of more contraindications for valve replacment. For these carefully selected patients, palliative (symptom relieving) Balloon Aortic Valvuloplasty can be offered. This procedure is not as durable as surgery nor does it offer the same benefits in terms of altering the natural history of the disease as is found with aortic valve replacement. Nevertheless, it is a resonable procedure for carefully selected patients who are otherwise unacceptable surgical candidates. The balloon procedure usually results in symptom improvement and increased functional capacity for the next 6-18 months. While re-narrowing of the valve is not uncommon, the procedure can be repeated safely and effectively if necessary. B alloon Aortic Valvuloplasty is performed in the cardiac catheterization lab in a manner similar to other types of cardiac catheterization including coronary angioplasty. An overnight hospital stay is almost always required. Most patients can be discharged within 24-48 hours after the procedure.
Valvular Heart Disease
Investigation of valvular heart disease will require Readily available; Limited lifespan (aortic valves ~ 15 years, mitral valve ~8 years)
http://www.surgical-tutor.org.uk/core/ITU/valve.htm
Heart Disease Articles From Heart Disease Online
A homograft to replace a narrow aortic valve may be the best alternative to a A look at the problem posed by heart valve disease during the course of a
http://www.heartdiseaseonline.com/article/valve.shtml
Heart Valve Replacement, Aortic Valve Replacement, Mitral Valve Repair - BWH
aortic valve stenosis and mitral valve regurgitation are two common valve diseases. Heart valve disease initially may be treated medically but,
http://www.brighamandwomens.org/patient/cardiac_valve.asp

Extractions: Discharge Planning/Follow-up Introduction To Heart Valve Surgery If you are scheduled for heart valve repair or heart valve replacement surgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital, you can expect to receive the highest quality of skill and care available anywhere. Every year, our cardiac surgeons perform more than 600 heart valve operations, including "minimally invasive" procedures that require only 3-inch incisions. In addition to experienced surgeons at Brigham and Women's Hospital, you will be well cared for by a collaborative team of nurses, physician assistants, physical therapists and social workers. It's no wonder that consistently includes Brigham and Women's Hospital on its Honor Roll of America's "Best Hospitals." We hope this guide helps you and your family understand what to expect with your heart valve surgery â from preadmission to discharge. If, after reading it, you have any questions, please ask a member of the cardiac surgery team. We are available to you at the hospital seven days a week. Brigham and Women's Hospital Division of Cardiac Surgery
Cardiovascular Diseases - Heart Valve Diseases
Heart valve disease, Symptoms and Causes. Bicuspid aortic valve, This congenital aortic valve stenosis, This type of valve disease mainly occurs in the
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Extractions: The heart consists of four chambers, two atria (upper chambers) and two ventricles (lower chambers). There is a valve through which blood passes before leaving each chamber of the heart. The valves prevent the backward flow of blood. These valves are actual flaps that are located on each end of the two ventricles (lower chambers of the heart). They act as one-way inlets of blood on one side of a ventricle and one-way outlets of blood on the other side of a ventricle. Each valve actually has three flaps, except the mitral valve, which has two flaps. The four heart valves include the following: How do the heart valves function?
NursingCenter - Professional Development - CE Article
$16.95, Recognizing aortic and mitral valve disease Recognizing aortic mitral valve disease. Article. TODD, BARBARA A. RN, CRNP, APRN, BC, MSN;
http://www.nursingcenter.com/prodev/ce_article.asp?tid=587426
Learn About Heart Valves, Including Heart Valve Surgery And Heart Valve Disease
Mitroflow aortic Pericardial Heart valve Clinical Data Repair Repair TEE Diagnosis of valve disease Treatment of Heart valve disease
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Heart Center - Bicuspid Aortic Disease
Bicuspid aortic disease; Bicuspid aortic valve; Bicuspid aortic valve Insufficiency For patients with bicuspid aortic disease, as with any cardiac valve
http://www.csmc.edu/3893.html

Extractions: Bicuspid Aortic Disease Below you will find information regarding the following topics: Bicuspid Aortic Disease Aortic valve malformation is the most recognized aspect of a congenital condition now known to potentially affect not only the aortic valve, but also the tissue of the aorta and other heart structures and organs. Bicuspid aortic disease (BAD) refers to the condition in its entirety, including the existence of some combination of the following: Back to Top Bicuspid Aortic Valve The bicuspid aortic valve is the most common congenital heart defect. It is estimated to exist in 1 to 2 % of the population, predominating in males. The normal aortic valve, as shown in the drawing, has three leaflets (flaps, cusps) that move flexibly, opening and closing to control the flow of blood into the aorta from the left ventricle of the heart as it beats. When the cusps come together as the valve closes, the shape is that of a trisected circle.
Aortic Valve Stenosis
Bender, Jeffrey R. Heart valve disease. In Yale University School of Medicine Heart Braunwald, E. aortic Stenosis. In Heart disease A Textbook of
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Extractions: A normal aortic valve, when open, allows the free flow of blood from the left ventricle to the aorta. When the valve narrows, as it does with stenosis, blood flow is impeded. Because it is more difficult for blood to flow through the valve, there is increased strain on the heart. This can cause the left ventricle to enlarge and malfunction, resulting in reduced blood supply to the heart muscle and body, as well as fluid build up in the lungs. Aortic valve stenosis can occur because of a birth defect in the formation of the valve. Calcium deposits may form on the valve with aging, causing the valve to become stiff and narrow. Stenosis can also occur as a result of rheumatic fever . Mild aortic stenosis may produce no symptoms at all. The most common symptoms, depending on the severity of the disease, are chest pain , blackouts, and difficulty breathing.
GW Hospital : Valve Disease
Heart valve disease, or the malfunctioning of heart valves, affects more Homograft valves are used when the aortic or pulmonic valve has deteriorated.
http://www.gwhospital.com/p6677.html

Extractions: Heart Valve Disease, or the malfunctioning of heart valves, affects more than 5 million people each year. In a normal heart, the valves serve as the exit from each of the four chambers of the heart, and enable blood to flow freely in a forward direction. When the valves function properly blood flows only in one direction. When a valve malfunctions blood may flow backwards or the valve may not open completely interfering with the forward blood flow.
Disease - Aortic Stenosis - Hartford, Connecticut
disease aortic stenosis - courtesy of Saint Francis Care of Hartford, There may be a history of other valve diseases, coronary artery disease,
http://www.saintfranciscare.com/11005.cfm

Extractions: Heart valves Definition: Alternative Names: Aortic valve stenosis Causes And Risk: Aortic stenosis is caused by many disorders. One common cause is rheumatic fever , a complication of untreated strep throat. Other causes include calcification of the valve and congenital abnormalities (disorders present at birth). There may be a history of other valve diseases, coronary artery disease , or heart murmur. Aortic stenosis occurs in approximately 5 out of every 10,000 people. It is more common among men. Symptoms often do not appear until middle age or older. 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.
Aortic Stenosis
aortic valve stenosis. Causes, incidence, and risk factors There may be a history of other valve diseases, coronary artery disease, or heart murmur.
http://www1.wfubmc.edu/heart/Heart Diseases/Aortic stenosis.htm

Extractions: Heart Center Heart Diseases Aortic insufficiency Aortic stenosis ... Heart Diseases Aortic stenosis Definition: The aorta is the large artery that originates in the left ventricle (lower chamber) of the heart. Aortic stenosis is the narrowing or obstruction of the heart's aortic valve, which prevents it from opening properly and blocks the flow of blood from the left ventricle to the aorta. Alternative Names: Aortic valve stenosis Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Aortic stenosis is caused by many disorders. One common cause is rheumatic fever , a complication of untreated strep throat. Other causes include calcification of the valve and congenital abnormalities (disorders present at birth). There may be a history of other valve diseases, coronary artery disease , or heart murmur. Aortic stenosis occurs in approximately 5 out of every 10,000 people. It is more common among men. Symptoms often do not appear until middle age or older. Symptoms: fainting or weakness with activity breathlessness with activity sensation of feeling the heart beat ( palpitations chest pain , angina-type under the sternum, may radiate
Critical Care Nurse: Advances In Cardiac Surgery: Valve Repair - Cardiovascular
The prevalence of cardiac valve disease and valve dysfunction is reviewed, The aortic valve consists of 3 cusps or leaflets the left cusp,
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Extractions: AAACN Viewpoint ABNF Journal, The AIDS Treatment News AMAA Journal ... View all titles in this topic Hot New Articles by Topic Automotive Sports Top Articles Ever by Topic Automotive Sports Advances in cardiac surgery: valve repair - Cardiovascular Surgery - Illustration Critical Care Nurse April, 2003 by Debra Lynn-McHale Wiegand Save a personal copy of this article and quickly find it again with Furl.net. It's free! Save it. Valvular heart disease is the fifth most common cardiovascular disorder; the first four are hypertension, coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, and stroke. (1) Valvular heart disease may develop acutely, but more commonly it is a chronic process, evolving over many years. Severe valvular heart disease eventually leads to heart failure and dysrhythmias unless the course of the disease is interrupted. (2) Valvular heart disease affects persons of all ages who have valvular dysfunction due to congenital or acquired causes. Most valve repairs for congenital valvular disorders are performed immediately after birth or during childhood. Common causes of acquired valvular heart disease include degenerative heart disease, rheumatic heart disease, and infective endocarditis. Less common causes include trauma, lupus erythematosus, tumors, syphilis, cancer, and arthritic disease.
Postgraduate Medicine: Valvular Heart Disease
aortic insufficiency is the only valvular disease in which medical therapy (ie, Given the good longterm outlook with medical treatment, aortic valve
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Extractions: Kevin M. Harris, MD; Paul Robiolio, MD VOL 106 / NO 7 / DECEMBER 1999 / POSTGRADUATE MEDICINE CME learning objectives This page is best viewed with a browser that supports tables Preview : Recognition and management of valvular heart disease have evolved considerably in the past two decades, thanks in large part to advances in echocardiography. In this article, Drs Harris and Robiolio summarize the initial patient assessment, diagnostic procedures, and treatment options for mitral regurgitation, aortic insufficiency, mitral stenosis, and aortic stenosis. Harris KM, Robiolio P. Valvular heart disease: identifying and managing mitral and aortic lesions. Postgrad Med 1999;106(7):113-28 A dvances in the noninvasive evaluation of valvular lesions have significantly improved the clinician's ability to diagnose and follow the progression of valvular heart disease. Often, cardiac catheterization is necessary only in patients referred for surgery or mitral valvuloplasty. Once a valve lesion is identified, endocarditis prophylaxis is necessary and is often the only medical treatment indicated. Some patients with aortic insufficiency have been shown to benefit from medical treatment. However, no definitive medical treatment has been shown to change the natural history of other valvular lesions.
BBC News | G-I | Heart Valve Disease
Mr Dewar as suffering from a leaking aortic valve, a form of heart valve disease. The aortic valve divides the left ventricle, or chamber, and the aorta
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/medical_notes/g-i/727022.stm

Extractions: Scotland's First Minister Donald Dewar has been diagnosed as suffering from heart valve disease. BBC Online looks at the condition. What is Donald Dewar suffering from? Following Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI scan) and a cardio angiogram - a picture of the coronary arteries - cardiologists at Glasgow Royal Infirmary have diagnosed Mr Dewar as suffering from a leaking aortic valve, a form of heart valve disease. The aortic valve divides the left ventricle, or chamber, and the aorta - the main artery taking blood from the heart. What is heart valve disease? If one or more of the four heart valves are diseased or damaged it can affect the flow of blood in two ways. If the valve does not open fully, it obstructs the flow of blood - known as valve stenosis. If the valve does not close properly, it will allow blood to leak backwards - called valve incompetence or valve regurgitation. Both stenosis, which makes the heart pump faster to get blood past the obstruction, and incompetence, which means the heart has to do more to pump the required volume of blood forwards, put extra strain on the heart.
Heart Valve Diseases
aortic valve replacement. This illustrated patientoriented leaflet is published The Society for Heart valve disease (SHVD) is a UK registered medical
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Extractions: low graphics broader: Heart Diseases other: Arrhythmia Cardiac Tamponade Cardiomyopathies Endocarditis ... Myocardial Ischemia narrower: Heart Murmurs Mitral Valve Insufficiency Mitral Valve Stenosis bmj.com collected resources : valve diseases Collected resources on valvar disorders from the online British Medical Journal. BMJ collections list the most recent articles from the BMJ and other online journals within the BMJ Publishing Group, within a specific subject or specialty. Links are provided to the full-text of the document. Links are also provided to related collections, journals, books or reviews. Heart Valves Heart Valve Diseases Collected Works [Publication Type] Aortic valve replacement This illustrated patient-oriented leaflet is published on the Web by The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) and authored by Thoralf M. Sundt, M.D. This document discusses the aortic valve, the aortic valve replacement procedure, surgery on the aortic valve and the risks associated with the procedure. This document was revised on 25 January 2000. Patient Education Heart Valve Diseases Cardiac Surgical Procedures Aortic Valve / surgery ... Society for Heart Valve Disease The Society for Heart Valve Disease (SHVD) is a UK registered medical charity that conducts research and educational activities into the causes of heart valve disease, and the prevention and treatment of heart valve disease or any related cardiac disease, illness or condition. This site provides information on membership requirements, Council membership, current areas of research, and forthcoming events and meetings. A link is provided to the Journal of Heart Valve Disease and PubMed.
MEDArticleMgr
aortic valve stenosis. Causes And Risk. aortic stenosis is caused by many There may be a history of other valve diseases, coronary artery disease,
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Loyola Univ. Health Sys. - Cardiovascular Institute - Our Services - Heart Valve
Depending on the disease process and condition of the valve, heart valves In our experience, mitral valves can most often be repaired, but aortic valves
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Extractions: When there is heart valve insufficiency (regurgitation or stenosis), a heart valve repair may be indicated. The valve is repaired by remodeling the valve tissue followed by the insertion of a prosthetic ring for reinforcement. The advantage of heart valve repair is preservation of the native valve tissue, ventricular function, and the avoidance of anticoagulation. Loyola cardiovascular surgeons perform over 100 valve repairs annually.
Valvular Heart Disease
Valvular Heart disease. The aortic valve. The usual AV Area (AVA) is 2.53.5 Cm2. The aortic valve is a trileaflet structure that sits at the junction of
http://www.cts.usc.edu/studenthandout-valvularheartdisease.html

Extractions: The Aortic Valve Aortic Stenosis (AS): The most frequent etiology for aortic valve stenosis is senile calcific stenosis, second is calcification of a congenital (bicuspid) valve , the third most frequent is rheumatic heart disease. The incidence of rheumatic disease has decreased in the last few decades but it is still prevalent. The pathology is that of CONCENTRIC LEFT VENTRICULAR HYPERTOPHY.

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