Question

A 70-year-old patient with known aortic stenosis complains of worsening exertional dyspnoea and occasional syncope. On examination, a harsh ejection systolic murmur radiating to the carotids is heard. What is the definitive management option for symptomatic severe aortic stenosis?

Accepted Answer

Surgical aortic valve replacement

Answer

High-dose diuretics

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ACE inhibitor therapy

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Beta-blocker therapy

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Regular echocardiographic monitoring only

Practice question

A 70-year-old patient with known aortic stenosis complains of worsening exertional dyspnoea and occasional syncope. On examination, a harsh ejection systolic murmur radiating to the carotids is heard. What is the definitive management option for symptomatic severe aortic stenosis?