pathophysiology
Last reviewed 01/2023
Obstruction of the left ventricular outflow tract results in raised left ventricular pressure and left ventricular hypertrophy.
The increased work and decreased perfusion of the left ventricle results in:
- myocardial ischaemia
- angina
- arrhythmias
- left heart failure
The symptoms and signs of aortic stenosis are markedly worse during exercise.