Valvular Heart Disease and Heart Failure in Women
Valvular heart disease and heart failure remain important causes of cardiovascular disease among women in the United States. Mitral regurgitation, aortic stenosis, and tricuspid regurgitation are the most common valvular lesions among men and women. This review focuses on gender differences in the epidemiology, treatment, and outcomes of mitral regurgitation, aortic stenosis, and tricuspid regurgitation. The authors also review the unique management of valvular heart disease in pregnancy.
Source: Heart Failure Clinics - Category: Cardiology Authors: Daniela R. Crousillat, Malissa J. Wood Source Type: research
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