Treating calcific aortic stenosis: an evolving science.
Calcific aortic stenosis is a common valvular disease, but its pathophysiology remains undetermined and important considerations exist for treatment. Pathophysiology, treatment by the advanced practice nurse, and literature review are discussed in the context of a case study.
Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, USA.
Christine L
CL
Hull
D001024:Aortic Valve Stenosis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000191:economics / Q000451:nursing* / Q000628:therapy; D018450:Disease Progression; D017048:Health Care Costs; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009722:Nurse Practitioners; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D061205:Vascular Calcification / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000191:economics / Q000451:nursing* / Q000628:therapy; D014728:Veterans