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Question:
How should my tiny leak in my aortic valve be managed?
I had a Doppler two years ago. I was told I had a tiny leak in my aorta valve...my left ventricle is fine...I was also told I can do anything I wished physically. My BP is 120-55 and is controlled. I walk 2, 3 miles per day, eat right and enjoy life. I am 69 years of age. What should my future care plan look like and what is the prognosis for this type of mild disorder? I had an ECG last week and all is normal. Cholesterol readings are very good.
submitted by Michael from Canada on 8/3/2014
Answer:
by Texas Heart Institute cardiologist, Patrick J. Cook, MD
Continue as is. An echo (absent chest pain or shortness of breath) every two years should suffice to follow.
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