Aortic Stenosis Results from

question 162

Multiple Choice

Aortic stenosis results from

• A) a hole in the interatrial septum.
• B) a weakening of heart muscle.
• C) a narrowed opening through the aortic valve.
• D) low oxygen levels.
• E) leakage from the AV valves.

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