Question

A 59-year-old with recurrent syncope and suspected aortic stenosis is evaluated. Which finding best indicates severe AS requiring consideration of valve intervention?

Accepted Answer

Aortic valve area 0.8 cm²

Answer

Peak velocity 3.5 m/s

Answer

Mean gradient 25 mm Hg

Answer

Aortic valve area 1.2 cm²

Answer

Normal LVEF only

Practice question

A 59-year-old with recurrent syncope and suspected aortic stenosis is evaluated. Which finding best indicates severe AS requiring consideration of valve intervention?