Aortic Stenosis Directory
Aortic stenosis, or aortic valve stenosis, is a narrowing of the aortic valve in the heart. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how aortic stenosis is caused, what it looks like, how to treat it, and much more.
Medical Reference
An Overview of Heart Valve Disease
WebMD explains the symptoms, causes, types, and treatment of heart valve disease.
What is Aortic Valve Stenosis?
Your aortic valve plays a key role in getting oxygen-rich blood to your body. Aortic valve stenosis is a common and serious heart problem when the valve doesn’t open fully. Learn about what causes it and how it can be treated.
Aortic Valve Replacement Surgery: Purpose, Procedure, and Risks
If your doctor says you need surgery to replace your heart’s aortic valve, this is why you need it and what you can expect from the procedure and recovery.