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Replacing a narrowed heart valve earlier.

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  1. Nov 2, 2026
    BIG TRIAL FINDS FEWER HEART FAILURE EVENTSControlled trial · 744 people

    Earlier heart valve fix cut heart failure events in some older adults

    In a trial of 744 people aged 65 or older with a moderately narrowed heart valve, replacing it early meant fewer deaths or heart failure events over two years than waiting.