A 50-year-old asymptomatic man with established aoic stenosis undergoes Exercise Stress testing according to Bruce Protocol. The stress test was terminated at 11 minutes due to development of fatigue and dyspnea. Regional pressure gradient was observed to be 60 mm Hg between the two sides of the aoic valve. What is the best management.
A 50-year-old asymptomatic man with established aoic stenosis undergoes Exercise Stress testing according to Bruce Protocol. The stress test was terminated at 11 minutes due to development of fatigue and dyspnea. Regional pressure gradient was observed to be 60 mm Hg between the two sides of the aoic valve. What is the best management.
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A 50-year-old asymptomatic man with established aoic stenosis undergoes Exercise Stress testing according to Bruce Protocol. The stress test was terminated at 11 minutes due to development of fatigue and dyspnea. Regional pressure gradient was observed to be 60 mm Hg between the two sides of the aoic valve. What is the best management.
β Correct Answer: B. Aoic valve replacement
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