The bicuspid aortic valve and related disorders
Bicuspid aortic valve (BAV) is the most common congenital cardiac malformation, affecting 1-2% of the population, with strong male predominance. Individuals may have a normally functioning BAV, and may be unaware of its presence and the potential risk of complications. However, they may easily devel...
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Associação Paulista de Medicina
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Series: | São Paulo Medical Journal |
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