Guide for Aviation Medical Examiners
Decision Considerations
Aerospace Medical Dispositions
Item 36. Heart - Valvular Disease
| Disease/Condition | Class | Evaluation Data | Disposition |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Other Valvular Disease | All | CHD Protocol with ECHO | Requires FAA Decision |
| Aortic and Mitral Insufficiency | All | CHD Protocol with ECHO | Initial Special Issuance - Requires FAA Decision Followup Special Issuance’s - See AASI Protocol |
| Single Valve Replacement (Tissue, Mechanical or Valvuloplasty) | 1st & 2nd | See Cardiac Valve Replacement | Requires FAA Decision |
| 3rd | Initial Special Issuance - Requires FAA Decision Followup Special Issuance’s - See AASI Protocol |
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| Multiple Valve Replacement | All | Document history and findings, CVE Protocol, and submit any tests deemed appropriate | Requires FAA Decision |
