Genetic Insights into Bicuspid Aortic Valve Formation
Bicuspid aortic valve (BAV) is the most common congenital heart defect, affecting 1-2% of the population. It is generally diagnosed late in adulthood when deterioration of the abnormal leaflet becomes clinically evident. BAV patients have an increased risk of developing serious complications, includ...
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Main Authors: | Brigitte Laforest, Mona Nemer |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wiley
2012-01-01
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Series: | Cardiology Research and Practice |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/180297 |
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