Need to know:
Mild PS, normal RV function
"Athletes with mild PS and normal RV function can participate in all competitive sports. Annual reevaluation is also recommended."
(Class I Recommendation;
Level of Evidence B)
PS gradient < 40mmHg s/p procedure
"Athletes treated by operation or balloon valvuloplasty who have achieved adequate relief of PS (gradient < 40 mm Hg by Doppler) can participate in all competitive sports."
(Class I Recommendation;
Level of Evidence B)
Moderate/severe PS
"Athletes with moderate or severe PS can consider participation only in low-intensity class IA and IB sports."
(Class IIb Recommendation;
Level of Evidence B)
Severe PI
"Athletes with severe pulmonary insufficiency as demonstrated by marked RV enlargement can consider participation in low-intensity class IA and IB sports."
(Class IIb Recommendation;
Level of Evidence B)
Reference: Eligibility and Disqualification Recommendations for Competitive Athletes With Cardiovascular Abnormalities.
A Scientific Statement From the AHA and ACC. Circulation 2015
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Key: RV = right ventricle, PI = pulmonary insufficiency, PS = pulmonary stenosis, echo = echocardiogram