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Aortic Stenosis
- Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the condition?
In many cases, nothing can prevent aortic stenosis. Proper treatment of rheumatic fever with antibiotics can prevent damage to the aortic valve.
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
As the aortic valve slowly narrows, it deprives body organs of blood. Serious long-term effects may include:
What are the risks to others?
Aortic stenosis is not contagious, and poses no risk to others.