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Hello, i was diagnosed with aortic stenosis at 45 yrs. o=old. is this common at this age?
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No: Only if you were born with a bicuspid aortic valve. You should also inquire about your thoracic aortic root size as that is commonly involved as well and becomes aneurysmal.
Answered 6/12/2014
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