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.

Medical Terminology for Health Professions, Spiral bound Version (MindTap Course List)

8th Edition

ISBN:9781305634350

Author:Ann Ehrlich, Carol L. Schroeder, Laura Ehrlich, Katrina A. Schroeder

Publisher:Ann Ehrlich, Carol L. Schroeder, Laura Ehrlich, Katrina A. Schroeder

Chapter5: The Cardiovascular Sytem

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 47LE

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