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A major U.S. study reveals valvular heart disease is widespread in adults 65–85, affecting millions and urging broader screening.
A major U.S. study, PREVUE-VALVE, finds valvular heart disease (VHD) is far more widespread among adults aged 65 to 85 than previously known, with at least 4.7 million having moderate or worse disease and 10.6 million affected by clinically significant forms.
The condition, often undiagnosed due to mild symptoms like fatigue or shortness of breath, becomes more common with age, affecting nearly 15% of those 80–85.
Tricuspid regurgitation was most frequent, followed by aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation.
Researchers project a significant rise in cases by 2060, driven by an aging population.
Experts urge greater screening and equitable access to care to prevent complications like heart failure or stroke.
Findings were presented at TCT 2025.
Un importante estudio estadounidense revela que la enfermedad valvular cardíaca está muy extendida entre los adultos de 65 a 85 años, afectando a millones y exhortando a una detección más amplia.