Aortic Stenosis

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Aortic Stenosis Prognosis (Expectations)

Aortic stenosis is curable with surgical repair, although there may be a continued risk for arrhythmias, which can sometimes cause sudden death. The person may be symptom-free until complications develop. Without surgery, probable outcome is poor if there are signs of angina or heart failure.

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