Sub-Aortic Stenosis

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  • Sub-Aortic stenosis

Etiology

  • Idiopathic
  • Can present from kids to adults

Symptoms

  • Initially asx
  • Then chf develop as degree of obstruction worsens, also syncope

Physical Exam Findings

  • Crescendo decrescendo systolic murmur, loudest along L sternal border
  • Intensity increases w/decreased preload--> valsalva, standing
  • Intensity decreases w/increased preload--> squatting

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