AS Bicuspid Valve

Question 1

What kind of closure may be seen m mode with a bicuspid aortic valve?

Answer 1

Eccentric closure

Question 2

Is diastolic or systolic tethering seen with a bicuspid aortic valve in PLAX?

Answer 2

Systolic tethering ( doming)

Question 3

What should you always check for if you see if a bicuspid aortic valve??

Answer 3

Aortic coarctation

Question 4

True or false post aortic dilation of the aorta does not occur with a bicuspid aortic valve?

Answer 4

False.

Question 5

What is the best view to diagnose a bicuspid aortic valve within the parasternals?

1. Short Axis diastole.
2. Short axis systole
3. Long axis systole
4. Short axis diastole

Answer 5

2.