Aortic Valve Stenosis
Conditions
Brief summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate whether mutations in genes coding for Na/Pi-cotransporters are associated with aortic valve calcification. A patient population with premature aortic valve calcification treated with aortic valve replacement will be screened for mutations in these specific genes. Furthermore, aortic valve tissue received from the operations, will be examined for the presence of Na/Pi-cotransporters, and for molecular characterization of the transporters.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Patients with aortic valve calcification that will be treated with an aortic valve replacement. * Age ≤ 65 years. * Signed and dated informed consent.
Exclusion criteria
* Inability to provide informed consent * Earlier radiation therapy of the thorax * Severe renal disease (patients in treatment with dialysis)
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Mutations in sodium-phosphate cotransporters in patients with calcific aortic valve disease | At the time of aortic valve replacement | Mutations in genes coding for Na/Pi-cotransporters |
Countries
Sweden