{"id":2854,"date":"2025-10-24T10:03:09","date_gmt":"2025-10-24T10:03:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/non-categorise\/bicuspidie-aortique\/"},"modified":"2025-10-24T10:03:09","modified_gmt":"2025-10-24T10:03:09","slug":"aortic-bicuspidity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/","title":{"rendered":"Aortic bicuspidism: how can you protect your heart from potential risks?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-left kksr-valign-top\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;2854&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;top&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Notez cet article !&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;0\\\/5 - (0 votes)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;16&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Bicuspidie aortique : comment prot\u00e9ger votre c\u0153ur des risques potentiels ?&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best} - ({count} {votes})&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 0px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 16px; height: 16px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                \n\n<div class=\"kksr-legend\" style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\">\n            <span class=\"kksr-muted\">Rate this article!<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #007bff; padding: 20px; margin: 30px 0; border-radius: 5px;\">\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9C%93_Les_infos_a_retenir\"><\/span>\u2713 News to remember<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul style=\"line-height: 1.8; margin: 15px 0; padding-left: 20px;\">\n<li>Aortic bicuspidism affects <strong>1 to 2% of the general population<\/strong> and is the most common congenital heart defect.<\/li>\n<li>About <strong>30% of carriers<\/strong> will develop a complication requiring closer monitoring during their lifetime.<\/li>\n<li>Valve narrowing (stenosis) occurs on average between <strong>50 and 60 years<\/strong> in 30-40% of patients.<\/li>\n<li>With regular cardiological monitoring and appropriate treatment, life expectancy can be increased. <strong>comparable to the general population<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Dilation of the ascending aorta affects approximately <strong>50% patients<\/strong> aortic bicuspidity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>Aortic bicuspidism represents <strong>the most common congenital heart defect<\/strong>, affecting around 1 to 2% of the general population. Unlike a normal aortic valve, which has three leaflets (tricuspidia), this anomaly has only two leaflets. This anatomical peculiarity may seem minor, but it naturally raises many questions about daily life, sporting activities and life expectancy.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Article summary<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/#Quest-ce_que_la_bicuspidie_aortique_exactement\" >What exactly is aortic bicuspidism?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/#La_bicuspidie_aortique_reduit-elle_lesperance_de_vie\" >Does aortic bicuspidism reduce life expectancy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/#Peut-on_faire_du_sport_avec_une_bicuspidie_aortique\" >Can you play sports with aortic bicuspidism?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/#Les_sports_autorises\" >Authorized sports<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/#Les_contre-indications_sportives\" >Sports contraindications<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/#Comment_se_manifeste_le_souffle_cardiaque\" >How does a heart murmur manifest itself?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/#Quels_sont_les_risques_reels_de_cette_malformation\" >What are the real risks of this malformation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/#La_bicuspidie_aortique_chez_lenfant_particularites\" >Aortic bicuspidism in children: special features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/#Temoignages_vivre_normalement_avec_cette_condition\" >Testimonials: living normally with this condition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/#Quelles_sont_les_precautions_au_quotidien\" >What precautions should I take on a daily basis?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/#Limportance_du_suivi_medical\" >The importance of medical follow-up<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/#Quand_envisager_une_intervention_chirurgicale\" >When should surgery be considered?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/#Questions_frequentes_sur_la_bicuspidie_aortique\" >Frequently asked questions about aortic bicuspidism<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/#Quest-ce_que_la_bicuspidie_aortique\" >What is aortic bicuspidism?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/#Quelles_sont_les_consequences_dune_valve_aortique_bicuspide\" >What are the consequences of a bicuspid aortic valve?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/#Comment_soigner_une_bicuspidie_aortique\" >How is aortic bicuspidism treated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/health\/aortic-bicuspidity\/#Quelle_est_levolution_possible_de_la_bicuspidie_aortique\" >What is the possible evolution of aortic bicuspidism?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quest-ce_que_la_bicuspidie_aortique_exactement\"><\/span>What exactly is aortic bicuspidism?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Imagine the aortic valve as a three-leaf door that opens and closes to let blood flow from the heart to the aorta. With bicuspidism, this door has only two wings! This structural difference exists from birth and affects men more frequently than women, with a ratio of around 2:1.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/bicuspidie-aortique-preservation-cardiaque-sante.png\" alt=\"Aortic bicuspidism - preserving heart health\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 20px 0;\"><\/p>\n<p>There are several anatomical configurations, including <strong>aortic bicuspidism type 2<\/strong> which corresponds to the fusion of the right and left leaflets. This classification helps cardiologists to better understand the potential evolution of each patient.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"La_bicuspidie_aortique_reduit-elle_lesperance_de_vie\"><\/span>Does aortic bicuspidism reduce life expectancy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Good news: many people with aortic bicuspidism live perfectly normal lives! Life expectancy depends essentially on the evolution of the valve and medical monitoring. Approximately 30% of carriers will develop a complication requiring closer monitoring.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\u2705 With regular cardiological monitoring and a healthy lifestyle, aortic bicuspidism need not affect life expectancy. The key is early detection of any complications.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Studies show that patients who are well cared for and who undergo surgery if necessary can achieve a <strong>comparable life expectancy<\/strong> to the general population. Regular ultrasound monitoring helps to anticipate problems before they become serious. This medical monitoring is an essential pillar in the management of this cardiac condition, enabling early identification of any unfavorable evolution.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peut-on_faire_du_sport_avec_une_bicuspidie_aortique\"><\/span>Can you play sports with aortic bicuspidism?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The question of sport always comes up during consultations! The answer is not uniform and depends on a number of factors. If your valve is functioning properly, with no major leakage or narrowing, you can generally engage in moderate physical activity.<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 100%; margin: 20px 0;\">\n<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zEc-TjV5e7E\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Les_sports_autorises\"><\/span>Authorized sports<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Moderate endurance activities such as brisk walking, leisurely cycling or recreational swimming are generally well tolerated. Personally, I work with a number of clients with this condition, who train effectively with adapted programs! To maintain optimal physical condition, it's essential to understand <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/weight-loss-2\/basic-metabolism-calculation\/\">how to calculate your basal metabolic rate<\/a> to adapt your diet to your activity level.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Les_contre-indications_sportives\"><\/span>Sports contraindications<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Some <strong>contraindications to aortic bicuspidism<\/strong> involve very high-intensity or competitive sports. Violent exertion with significant thrusts (weightlifting, intensive crossfit) may be inadvisable, depending on the degree of valvular damage. Your cardiologist is your best ally in defining your personal limits.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comment_se_manifeste_le_souffle_cardiaque\"><\/span>How does a heart murmur manifest itself?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The murmur of aortic bicuspidism is often the first sign to alert the physician during a routine examination. This abnormal sound, perceived on auscultation, reflects turbulence in blood flow through the abnormal valve.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/bicuspidie-risque-valvulaire-coeur-sante.jpg\" alt=\"Aortic bicuspidism - valvular risks and heart health\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 20px 0;\"><\/p>\n<p>Not all patients present with an audible murmur, especially if the valve is functioning properly. In around 50% of sufferers, the diagnosis is made by chance during a cardiac ultrasound performed for another reason! Fortunately, this fortuitous discovery makes it possible to initiate appropriate monitoring before complications arise.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quels_sont_les_risques_reels_de_cette_malformation\"><\/span>What are the real risks of this malformation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let's talk frankly about possible complications. Three main problems can arise over the years: valve narrowing (stenosis), valve leakage (insufficiency) and dilatation of the ascending aorta. The latter affects around 50% of bicuspid patients.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tr>\n<th>Complication<\/th>\n<th>Approximate frequency<\/th>\n<th>Average age of onset<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aortic stenosis<\/td>\n<td>30-40%<\/td>\n<td>50-60 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aortic insufficiency<\/td>\n<td>10-15%<\/td>\n<td>40-50 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aortic dilatation<\/td>\n<td>40-50%<\/td>\n<td>Variable<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Endocarditis<\/td>\n<td>1-2%<\/td>\n<td>All ages<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>The risk of sudden death from aortic bicuspidism remains extremely low in properly monitored asymptomatic patients. Dramatic situations mainly concern undiagnosed or poorly monitored cases. It is therefore crucial to follow medical recommendations and maintain a healthy lifestyle to preserve cardiovascular health.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"La_bicuspidie_aortique_chez_lenfant_particularites\"><\/span>Aortic bicuspidism in children: special features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Discover a <strong>aortic bicuspidism in a child<\/strong> may worry parents. Rest assured, most of the children concerned grow up normally without any major limitations! A pediatric diagnosis simply means that appropriate monitoring can be organized from an early age.<\/p>\n<p>Activity restrictions for children are generally minimal. Classic school sports are still permitted, with only regular cardiological follow-up every 1-2 years to check on the evolution of the valve and aorta. The advantage of this early monitoring is that any changes can be detected at an early stage and treatment adapted if necessary, thus guaranteeing the child's harmonious development.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/bicuspidie-valvule-coeur-detection-prevention.jpg\" alt=\"Aortic bicuspidism - detection and prevention of valve disorders\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 20px 0;\"><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Temoignages_vivre_normalement_avec_cette_condition\"><\/span>Testimonials: living normally with this condition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Testimonials on aortic bicuspidism show that life goes on as normal for the vast majority of people! Many discover their condition in adulthood and realize they've always lived with it without any particular problems. \ud83d\udcaa<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\ud83d\udca1 A testimonial of recurrent aortic bicuspidism: \u00abI learned about my bicuspidism at the age of 35 during a check-up. Since then, I've gone about my life as normal, with an annual ultrasound. My cardiologist regularly reassures me that my prognosis is good.\u00bb<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>This malformation requires medical attention, but does not prevent you from leading a fulfilling, professional and sporting life. The key is information and partnership with your medical team. Many people manage to maintain an excellent quality of life simply by adopting a few adjustments in their daily routine and remaining attentive to their body's signals.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quelles_sont_les_precautions_au_quotidien\"><\/span>What precautions should I take on a daily basis?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Living with bicuspidism requires a few simple adjustments. Since the latest recommendations from the European Society of Cardiology, prophylaxis against infective endocarditis is no longer systematic, except in special situations (history of endocarditis, prosthetic valve). To maintain optimal cardiovascular health, it's important to understand <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/weight-loss-2\/how-many-calories-a-day-for-a-man-to-lose-weight\/\">how many calories to consume daily<\/a> allows you to adapt your diet to your real needs.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Maintain excellent oral hygiene to limit infections<\/li>\n<li>Regular ultrasound monitoring as recommended by your cardiologist<\/li>\n<li>Report your condition before any medical or dental procedure<\/li>\n<li>Adopt a balanced diet and maintain a healthy weight<\/li>\n<li>Physical activity adapted to your personal situation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Limportance_du_suivi_medical\"><\/span>The importance of medical follow-up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Visit <strong>cardiological follow-up<\/strong> is your best insurance policy for a trouble-free life. An ultrasound scan every 1 to 3 years, depending on your situation, monitors the evolution of the valve and the diameter of the aorta. This simple but effective monitoring will detect early any complications requiring intervention. Adherence to this follow-up schedule is a fundamental element in the management of aortic bicuspidity, enabling you to anticipate any deterioration before it becomes a problem.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quand_envisager_une_intervention_chirurgicale\"><\/span>When should surgery be considered?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Surgery is only required if the valve becomes too narrow, too leaky, or if the aorta dilates excessively (usually beyond 50-55 mm). Modern techniques include mechanical or biological valve replacement, or sometimes valve repair, depending on the case. \ud83c\udfe5 In certain situations, particularly after major surgery, techniques such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/weight-loss-2\/pressotherapy\/\">pressotherapy<\/a> can be used to improve circulation and promote recovery.<\/p>\n<p>Surgical results are excellent, with success rates exceeding 95% in expert centers. When performed at the right time, the operation enables patients to return to a normal life, with excellent long-term quality of life. Advances in cardiac surgery have considerably improved the outlook for patients requiring surgical correction, offering durable and effective solutions.<\/p>\n<p>Although this heart condition requires special attention, it is perfectly compatible with a rich and active life. Information, regular monitoring and adapting your lifestyle according to medical recommendations are the pillars of optimal management of your heart health! To support this overall health approach, it may be useful to consult the advice of experts in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appareil-minceur.fr\/en\/nutrition\/dietetician-price\/\">nutrition and dietetics<\/a> to optimize your diet according to your condition. \ud83d\udc4d<\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #F8F9FA; padding: 20px; margin: 30px 0; border-radius: 5px;\">\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Questions_frequentes_sur_la_bicuspidie_aortique\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions about aortic bicuspidism<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<h3 itemprop=\"name\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quest-ce_que_la_bicuspidie_aortique\"><\/span>What is aortic bicuspidism?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<div itemprop=\"text\">\n<p>Aortic bicuspidism is a condition <strong>congenital heart defect<\/strong> in which the aortic valve has two leaflets instead of three. It affects 1 to 2% of the general population, and is the most common congenital heart anomaly. This anatomical peculiarity is present from birth, and affects men more than women.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<h3 itemprop=\"name\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quelles_sont_les_consequences_dune_valve_aortique_bicuspide\"><\/span>What are the consequences of a bicuspid aortic valve?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<div itemprop=\"text\">\n<p>The main consequences include <strong>valve narrowing<\/strong> (30-40% of cases), aortic insufficiency (10-15%) and dilatation of the ascending aorta (50%). Approximately 30% of carriers will develop a complication during their lifetime. Regular follow-up enables us to <strong>detect early<\/strong> and intervene at the right moment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<h3 itemprop=\"name\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comment_soigner_une_bicuspidie_aortique\"><\/span>How is aortic bicuspidism treated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<div itemprop=\"text\">\n<p>Treatment is mainly based on <strong>regular ultrasound monitoring<\/strong> (every 1 to 3 years). Surgery is only necessary in the event of complications: mechanical or biological valve replacement, or valve repair. Surgical results show a <strong>success rate greater than 95%<\/strong> in expert centers. A healthy lifestyle completes the treatment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<h3 itemprop=\"name\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quelle_est_levolution_possible_de_la_bicuspidie_aortique\"><\/span>What is the possible evolution of aortic bicuspidism?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n<div itemprop=\"text\">\n<p>Progression varies considerably from patient to patient. Approximately 70% of carriers do not develop <strong>no major complications<\/strong>. For others, problems generally appear between the ages of 40 and 60. With appropriate follow-up and surgery if necessary, life expectancy remains <strong>comparable to the general population<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u2713 Les infos \u00e0 retenir La bicuspidie aortique touche 1 \u00e0 2% de la population g\u00e9n\u00e9rale et repr\u00e9sente la malformation cardiaque cong\u00e9nitale la plus fr\u00e9quente. Environ 30% des personnes porteuses d\u00e9velopperont une complication n\u00e9cessitant un suivi renforc\u00e9 au cours de leur vie. 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