Aortic stenosis is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition in which the aortic valve in your heart is narrowed and fails to function properly. It is typically caused by hardening and thickening of the valve, which restricts blood flow from the left ventricle of the heart into the aorta. Despite the seriousness of aortic stenosis, there are several positive benefits associated with having it.

The first benefit of aortic stenosis is that early diagnosis can provide an opportunity to take precautionary measures before the condition significantly progresses. Prevention is key in dealing with aortic stenosis because the valve narrowing needs to be addressed before it grows to a point where it can cause serious damage. Without timely intervention, major health problems can result. If caught early enough, aortic stenosis can be treated using a procedure called valvuloplasty (valve repair or replacement). This is a much less invasive procedure than open-heart surgery and it can drastically reduce the impacts of aortic stenosis.

Second, the risk of aortic stenosis can provide an even greater incentive to lead a healthier lifestyle. Since the condition is sometimes associated with high cholesterol and obesity