Pulmonary Valve Stenosis

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What is Pulmonary Valve Stenosis?

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It is a condition that narrows the pulmonary valve, making the right ventricle work harder.

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What is Balloon Valvuloplasty?

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A treatment that involves inflating a balloon to widen the pulmonary valve.

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What is a common symptom of Pulmonary Valve Stenosis?

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A heart murmur.

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How is Pulmonary Valve Stenosis usually diagnosed?

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Through hearing a heart murmur and echocardiogram.

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What is a risk factor for Pulmonary Valve Stenosis?

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German Measles.

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What role does the pulmonary valve play in the heart?

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It controls blood flow from the right ventricle to the pulmonary artery.

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What are the potential complications of untreated Pulmonary Valve Stenosis?

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Heart failure, arrhythmias, and increased pressure in the right ventricle.

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What is the function of the right ventricle?

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To pump deoxygenated blood to the lungs for oxygenation.

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What are the common diagnostic tools for heart conditions?

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Echocardiogram, electrocardiogram (ECG), and chest X-ray.

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What is the significance of a heart murmur?

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It can indicate abnormal blood flow in the heart, often associated with valve issues.