Aortic Valve Stenosis

Narrowing of the valve in the large blood vessel branching off the heart (aorta).

This narrowing keeps the valve from opening fully, reducing blood flow to the body .

The heart may weaken, causing chest pain, fatigue, and shortness of breath.

Mild cases may not need treatment. In severe cases, surgery can repair or replace the valve.

Symptoms

fainting, fatigue, inability to exercise, or lightheadedness, chest pressure or shortness of breath

Treatment 

depends on severity, mild cases may not need treatment. In severe cases, surgical or transcatheter aortic valve replacement.