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...
Main Authors: | Brigitte Laforest, Mona Nemer |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
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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