Incidental diagnosis of the unicuspid aortic valve with ascending aortic aneurysm in an asymptomatic adult

J Cardiovasc Ultrasound. 2011 Jun;19(2):102-4. doi: 10.4250/jcu.2011.19.2.102. Epub 2011 Jun 30.

Abstract

The unicuspid aortic valve is an extremely rare congenital anomaly. It usually presents with aortic stenosis and/or aortic regurgitation. Other cardiovascular complications, such as aortic dilatation and left ventricular hypertrophy can accompany it. Herein, we present a case report of a 50-year-old asymptomatic male patient with unicuspid aortic valve, complicated by ascending aortic aneurysm.

Keywords: Ascending aortic aneurysm; Unicuspid aortic valve.

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  • Case Reports