One of the most common heart conditions in the United States is valvular disease. Diseased valves are often described as “leaky” because they allow blood to regurgitate or flow backward. The most commonly impacted valve is the aortic semilunar valve. Explain why a “leaky” aortic semilunar valve would be detrimental to patients.

One of the most common heart conditions in the United States is valvular disease. Diseased valves are often described as “leaky” because they allow blood to regurgitate or flow backward. The most commonly impacted valve is the aortic semilunar valve. Explain why a “leaky” aortic semilunar valve would be detrimental to patients.

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Chapter8: Have A Heart

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