Do You Need a New Aortic Valve

Here's how cardiologists determine whether an aortic valve should be replaced in a surgical or catheter-based procedure.

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Your aortic valve controls the flow of oxygenated blood out of your heart into your aorta to begin its journey throughout your body. It’s an important job, so if the valve does not function like it should, it may need to be replaced.

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