Are there any indications for valve intervention in asymptomatic patients with moderate AS?
Answer from: at Academic Institution
There are a few indications for this:
These are Class Ila recommendations.
If undergoing concomitant cardiac surgery (e.g., CABG, surgery for AA or other valves).
If there is LV dysfunction (EF<50%)
Rapid progression or high-risk features (e.g., high pulmonary pressure) exist.
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