1 to 2+ aortic regurgitation

What does "1 to 2+ aortic regurgitation" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"1 to 2+ aortic regurgitation" is a term used in medicine to describe a condition of the heart. It refers to a mild to moderate leakage of blood from the aorta, the main artery that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body, back into the heart. This happens when the heart's aortic valve doesn't close tightly. The "1 to 2+" is a grading scale used by doctors to indicate the severity of the leakage, with 1 being mild and 2+ being moderate.

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