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infants with bicuspid heart valve
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infants with bicuspid heart valve
by Brandon__0, Jul 09, 1998 12:00AM
Our son was born with a bicuspid heart valve. The pediatrician called it a pulminary click, I think. He said it is a somewhat common disorder and to check with a heart doctor once a year. However, I have read elsewhere that some types of exercise may have to be restricted. If so, is there a certain age that we should begin these restrictions, and what kind of specific restrictions should there be. Also, if you could give me a source for more information on this I would appreciate it. Thanks
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Dear Brandon,
Topic Area: Congenital Heart
The aortic valve is the valve that separates the left ventricle from the aorta. It is made of 3 leaflets or flaps that look like an peace symbol when the valve is closed. A biscuspid aortic valve means that there are 2 leaflets instead of the usual 3. A unicuspid valve means there is only one leaflet. Bicuspid aortic valve is the most common congenital anomaly of the heart. These valves are functional at birth and remain so throughout a normal life span. There is a increased predisposition to progress to stenosis (narrowing) as an older adult (60-70’s) and surgical repair may be required at that time.
There are no physical restrictions for individuals with bicuspid aortic valve.
More information about congenital valve abnormalities can be found in any standard cardiology testbook.
Hope this helps.
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