The Changing Landscape of Treatment for Aortic Stenosis

There has been an ongoing evolution in our understanding and subsequent management of the patient with aortic stenosis (AS). Valvular AS presents a mechanical obstruction to ventricular ejection at the aortic valve level, worsens over time, and with the onset of symptoms there is a rapidly declining course resulting in progressive heart failure and death. The advent of surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) nearly 60 years ago has been lifesaving for many patients with symptomatic severe AS, restoring quality of life to those with severe limiting symptoms.
Source: Mayo Clinic Proceedings - Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Tags: Editorial Source Type: research