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Cardiovascular system conditions

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Aortic coarctation in adults

Non-infectious · Chronic

A narrowing of the aorta, present from birth, that may only be found in adulthood, often because of high blood pressure in the arms.

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Cardiovascular system

Beriberi

Non-infectious · Acute or chronic

A condition caused by severe lack of vitamin B1 (thiamine), affecting the heart, nerves or brain.

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Cardiovascular system

Bicuspid aortic valve

Non-infectious · Chronic

A heart valve present from birth with two leaflets instead of three, which can become narrowed or leaky and is linked to aortic enlargement.

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