This image illustrates a stenotic aortic valve, highlighting the differences between a normal valve with three cusps and a diseased valve. The normal valve allows proper blood flow from the left ventricle to the aorta, while the stenotic valve shows calcification and thickening of the cusps, restricting opening and impairing hemodynamics. This visual aids in understanding aortic stenosis and its impact on cardiac function, valuable for patient education and medical training.
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