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MEDICINA CLINICA
卷 136, 期 13, 页码 588-593出版社
ELSEVIER ESPANA SLU
DOI: 10.1016/j.medcli.2010.02.019
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Calcified aortic valve disease; Calcified aortic stenosis; Atherosclerosis
Calcified aortic valve disease (CAVD) is a prevalent condition, affecting 25% of people older than 65 years. CAVD and atherosclerosis share common risk factors and pathogenic mechanisms. Nevertheless, they present different pathologic lesions. The main factors involved in the pathogenesis of CAVD are genetic predisposition, the process of valvular calcification, deposition of lipoproteins, and chronic inflammation. Studies have suggested a potential benefit from early treatment with angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors or angiotensin-II receptor blockers, and particularly with statins. Observational studies on risk factors for the CAVD, and randomized clinical trials on primary and secondary prevention in subjects with high risk for the disease, would be necessary to improve the clinical management of CAVD. (C) 2009 Elsevier Espana, S.L. All rights reserved.
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