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Aortic Valve Area Calculator

Calculate aortic valve area using the continuity equation to assess aortic stenosis severity

Calculate Aortic Valve Area

⚠️ Medical Disclaimer: This calculator is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical assessment. Always consult with a cardiologist or qualified healthcare provider for proper echocardiographic interpretation and clinical decision-making.

Normal range: 2.0-2.6 cm (measured in parasternal long axis view)

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LVOT velocity time integral (measured by pulsed-wave Doppler)

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Aortic valve velocity time integral (measured by continuous-wave Doppler)

Example Calculation

Mild Aortic Stenosis Example

LVOT Diameter: 2.5 cm

Subvalvular VTI (VT1): 25 cm

Maximal VTI across valve (VT2): 50 cm

Calculation: AVA = 2.5² × 0.7854 × (25/50) = 6.25 × 0.7854 × 0.5 = 2.45 cm²

Result: Mild aortic stenosis (1.5-3.0 cm²)

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AVA Reference Ranges

> 3.0 cm²Normal
1.5-3.0 cm²Mild
1.0-1.5 cm²Moderate
< 1.0 cm²Severe

Critical threshold: AVA < 1.0 cm² indicates severe aortic stenosis requiring urgent evaluation

Echo Parameters

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LVOT Diameter

Measured in parasternal long-axis view during systole

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Subvalvular VTI

Pulsed-wave Doppler at LVOT level

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Aortic VTI

Continuous-wave Doppler across aortic valve

Clinical Notes

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AVA < 1.0 cm² with symptoms requires immediate intervention

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Consider peak velocity and mean gradient for complete assessment

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Serial monitoring recommended for moderate stenosis

Continuity equation most accurate for AVA calculation

Understanding Aortic Valve Area Calculation

What is Aortic Valve Area?

Aortic Valve Area (AVA) is a measure of the effective opening of the aortic valve during systole. It's the most important parameter for assessing the severity of aortic stenosis and determining the need for intervention. The continuity equation is the gold standard method for AVA calculation.

Why is AVA Important?

  • Determines severity of aortic stenosis
  • Guides timing of surgical intervention
  • Helps assess prognosis and symptoms
  • Independent of hemodynamic conditions

Continuity Equation

AVA = LVOT² × 0.7854 × (VT1/VT2)

  • LVOT: Left Ventricular Outflow Tract diameter
  • 0.7854: Conversion factor (π/4) for circular area
  • VT1: Subvalvular velocity time integral
  • VT2: Transvalvular velocity time integral

Aortic Stenosis Symptoms

  • Chest pain (angina)
  • Shortness of breath (dyspnea)
  • Syncope or presyncope
  • Reduced exercise tolerance

Echocardiographic Assessment

LVOT Measurement

Measured in parasternal long-axis view during systole, 0.5-1.0 cm below the aortic valve. Critical for accurate AVA calculation.

Doppler Assessment

Pulsed-wave Doppler at LVOT level and continuous-wave Doppler across the aortic valve to obtain velocity time integrals.

Additional Parameters

Peak velocity, mean gradient, and dimensionless velocity index provide complementary information for complete assessment.

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