Familial bicuspid aortic valve

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Name:
Familial bicuspid aortic valve
Description:
Familial bicuspid aortic valve is a rare, genetic, aortic malformation defined as a presence of abnormal two-leaflet aortic valve in at least 2 first-degree relatives. It is frequently asymptomatic or may be associated with progressive aortic valve disease (aortic regurgitation and/or aortic stenosis, typically due to valve calcification) and a concomitant aortopathy (i.e. aortic dilation, aortic aneurysm and/or dissection).
ORPHAcode:
402075
Synonyms:
Familial BAV
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Created:
13 May 2019 - 01:02
Changed:
22 Jun 2023 - 16:14