Human Genetics of Semilunar Valve and Aortic Arch Anomalies.

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Lesions of the semilunar valve and the aortic arch can occur either in isolation or as part of well-described clinical syndromes. The polygenic cause of calcific aortic valve disease will be discussed including the key role of NOTCH1 mutations. In addition, the complex trait of bicuspid aortic valve disease will be outlined, both in sporadic/familial cases and in the context of associated syndromes, such as...

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