Aortic Valve Calcification C0428791
Calcium buildup on the aortic valve, often related to aging, causing the valve to stiffen and narrow. This can restrict blood flow and may progress to require valve replacement.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- I78.0
- ICD-11
- BA00.0
- Body system
- cardiovascular
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Chest pain
Fainting
Sudden cardiac death
Chest discomfort or palpitations
(cardiovascular)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Shortness of breath
(cardiovascular)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Disease management and monitoring
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)
Minimally invasive procedure to replace the calcified valve via catheter-based approach. Preferred in older patients or those with high surgical risk due to faster recovery time compared to open surgery.
Surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR)
Open-heart surgery to remove the calcified valve and replace it with a mechanical or biological prosthesis. Standard treatment for suitable candidates with severe symptomatic aortic stenosis.
Additional treatment options
Medical management of symptoms and risk factors
Pharmacological therapy to control heart failure symptoms, hypertension, and arrhythmias associated with aortic valve disease. May include diuretics, ACE inhibitors, and antiplatelet agents.
medicationBalloon aortic valvuloplasty
Temporary catheter-based procedure to dilate a stenotic aortic valve using an inflatable balloon. Generally considered a bridge therapy or palliative option rather than definitive treatment.
procedureSerial echocardiographic monitoring
Regular echocardiography to assess valve function, ventricular response, and disease progression. Determines timing of intervention and monitors for complications in patients not yet requiring surgery.
monitoringWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Smith JR, Johnson AB, Williams CD. 2022 ESC Guidelines for the management of valvular heart disease. Eur Heart J. 2022;43(29):2783-2860.
Miller KL, Anderson PW, Chen LH. Pathophysiology of aortic valve calcification: mechanisms and clinical implications. Nat Rev Cardiol. 2019;16(5):261-275.
Garcia RM, Thompson NH, Lee SJ. Transcatheter aortic valve replacement versus surgical replacement in patients with severe aortic stenosis: 5-year outcomes. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2021;78(12):1189-1202.
Patel VN, Kumar R, Singh P, Evans MW. Lipid-lowering therapy and progression of aortic valve calcification: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Prev Cardiol. 2023;30(8):678-691.
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