Calcific aortic valve disease

Overview

 * Calcific aortic valve disease includes both:
 * Aortic sclerosis and
 * Aortic stenosis

==2008 ACCP Guideline Recommendations == {{cquote|

Grade 2
1. In patients with isolated calcific aortic valve disease who have not had ischemic stroke or transient ischemic attack, we suggest against antithrombotic therapy. (Level of Evidence: C)

2. In patients with isolated calcific aortic valve disease who have had ischemic stroke or transient ischemic attack not attributable to another source, we suggest aspirin (50 to 100 mg/d). (Level of Evidence: C)}}

Guidelines Resources

 * Valvular and Structural Heart Disease: American College of Chest Physicians Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guidelines (8th Edition)