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Condition

Pediatric Aortic Stenosis

What You Need to Know

Aortic stenosis is the inability of the aortic valve to open completely.

Key Symptoms

Common symptoms of aortic stenosis include fatigue, dizziness with exertion, shortness of breath, irregular heartbeats or chest pain.

Diagnosis

The cardiologist will do a physical exam and listen to your child's heart and lungs. They may also perform diagnostic tests such as a chest X-ray, electrocardiogram or other tests.

Treatment

Aortic stenosis is treated with repair of the obstructed valve. Several options are currently available.

Appointments

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is aortic stenosis?

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Providers Who Treat Aortic Stenosis

Departments that Treat Aortic Stenosis

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Prenatal Cardiology Program

Children diagnosed with heart conditions before they are born receive comprehensive, expert care from our fetal cardiology specialists. Learn more about our Prenatal Cardiology Program.

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Cardiology

The pediatric heart experts at Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C., provide advanced care for unborn babies, children and young adults with heart conditions.

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Pediatric Cardiac Surgery

Our pediatric heart surgery team performs twice the number of surgeries of any other hospital in the region, with some of the best outcomes in the nation.

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