New findings reveal a potential connection between serotonin activity and the progression of a widespread heart valve ...

Loneliness is associated with an increased risk for degenerative valvular heart disease (VHD), according to a study published online April 15 in the Journal of ...

WPI researcher Kristen Billiar leads part of multicenter project funded by American Heart Association to determine causes of ...

RA was tied to an increased risk of aortic stenosis, aortic regurgitation, and mitral regurgitation, independent of other cardiovascular risk factors. Women and younger patients with RA face a higher ...

Valvular heart disease, also called heart valve disease, occurs when you have a diseased or damaged heart valve. When your heart pumps blood, your valves open and close to keep blood flowing in the ...

Severe valvular heart disease was present in 7.2% of a large cohort of patients with cancer who underwent echocardiography at a tertiary referral center. Those who received a valvular intervention had ...

Adults who reported feeling lonely had a higher risk of developing degenerative heart valve disease, even after accounting ...

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Heart valve disease is more common in older people since heart valves can develop damage over time that affects their function. Early diagnosis and treatment are key. Share on Pinterest Getty Images ...

Heart valve disease doesn’t always require surgery. Nonsurgical treatments like medications, lifestyle changes, or minimally invasive procedures are sufficient for some people. Your heart has four ...