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I have mild asymptomatic aortic valve stenosis that has remained unchanged for five years. does everyone with aortic valve stenosis have surgery?
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No : if remains without symptoms and size of stenosis doesn't become critical, surgery may not be needed. you should follow with your internist or cardiologist
Answered 5/26/2014
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