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Friday, February 21, 2025

Heart valve disease affects millions in the United States

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Richard J. Liekweg Chief Executive Officer | Saint Luke's Health System

Richard J. Liekweg Chief Executive Officer | Saint Luke's Health System

The human heart contains four valves, and maintaining their health is essential. Heart valve disease, which can develop either rapidly or gradually, impacts over five million individuals in the United States.

This week, Dr. Adnan Chhatriwalla, an interventional cardiologist at Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute, discusses the symptoms of heart valve disease, available treatments, and important factors for long-term heart health.

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