What is Pulmonary Stenosis?

Pulmonary Stenosis
Angiography showing pulmonary valve stenosis prior to balloon inflation. Use of interventional catheterization before surgery in an adult with univentricular heart. Derraz Y, Amri R, Mahjoubi D, El Houari T, Cherti M - Images in paediatric cardiology (2011).

Pulmonary stenosis is narrowing of the pulmonary valve located between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery. 

What is the Pathology of Pulmonary Stenosis?

Pulmonary stenosis is characterized by a dome shaped pulmonary valve with thickened and stiff leaflets. 

How does Pulmonary Stenosis Present?

Pulmonary stenosis presents as exertional dyspnea and fatigue in patients with severe type; as well as a prominent wave and a precordial heave along the left parasternal border. 

How is Pulmonary Stenosis Diagnosed?

Pulmonary stenosis is diagnosed with chest x-ray (prominent pulmonary arteries), 2D echo, cardiac catheterization, electrocardiogram, and MRI.

How is Pulmonary Stenosis Treated?

Pulmonary stenosis treatment includes percutaneous balloon valvuloplasty and beta blockers.

What is the Prognosis of Pulmonary Stenosis?

Pulmonary stenosis prognosis is excellent with long term course of the disease not different from the normal population.