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Which of these statements regarding bicuspid aoic valves (BAV) is FALSE?

A
BAVs are one of the most common congenital cardiac abnormalities with a prevalence in the general population of up to 2%
B
Patients with BAV often need aoic valve intervention at an early age than those with tricuspid aoic valves
C
BAVs are associated with aoic dilatation and aneurysm formation but there is no increased risk of rupture or dissection
D
They are commonly associated with Coarctation of the aoa (up to 50%)
High-Yield Explanation
Option A: correct as BAVs are one of the most common congenital cardiac abnormalities Option B: Aoic valve has high pressure gradient & patient with BAV need aoic valve intervention at an early age then those with Tricuspid valves. Option C: BAV will have | Risk of rupture of dissection. Option D: Correct Turner syndrome associated with both Bicuspid aoic valve & coarctation of aoa, so 'd' is also true.

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