Aortic Valve Disorder C1260873
A condition affecting the aortic valve, which controls blood flow from the heart's main pumping chamber. It can affect people of various ages and may cause chest pain, shortness of breath, or fatigue. Treatment ranges from monitoring to surgical valve repair or 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
Chest discomfort or palpitations
(cardiovascular)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Shortness of breath
(cardiovascular)Palpitations
(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
Aortic valve repair or replacement
Surgical correction of the valve disorder through repair when feasible or replacement with a mechanical or biological prosthesis. Decision between repair and replacement depends on underlying pathology and patient factors.
Disease management and monitoring
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Heart failure and symptom management
Comprehensive pharmacological management including diuretics for fluid overload, ACE inhibitors for afterload reduction, and beta-blockers for rate control. Goal is to optimize hemodynamics and improve quality of life.
Additional treatment options
Cardiac function and disease progression surveillance
Regular assessment of cardiac function through echocardiography, BNP/NT-proBNP monitoring, and clinical evaluation. Enables timely escalation of therapy and planning for definitive intervention.
monitoringCardiac rehabilitation and activity modification
Structured exercise program tailored to cardiac capacity with gradual progression. Activity recommendations based on severity of valve dysfunction and symptoms; may include restriction from competitive sports.
lifestylePercutaneous valve interventions
Catheter-based interventions including balloon valvuloplasty and transcatheter valve procedures for select patients. Indicated in specific anatomical scenarios or high surgical risk patients.
procedureWhen 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.
Nishimura RA, Otto CM, Bonow RO, et al. 2017 AHA/ACC Guideline for the Management of Patients With Valvular Heart Disease. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2017.
Lindman BR, Bonow RO, Otto CM. Aortic valve disease: evaluation and management. Circulation. 2019.
Reardon MJ, Van Mieghem NM, Popma JJ, et al. Surgical or Transcatheter Aortic-Valve Replacement in Intermediate-Risk Patients. N Engl J Med. 2017.
Kadam A, Gupta P, Bhatnagar A, et al. Transcatheter versus surgical aortic valve replacement in patients with aortic valve disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Heart Lung Circ. 2020.
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