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Annulus Measurements: this figure demonstrates measurements at the annulus. For imaging, the annulus is defined at the level immediately below the lowest insertion point of the aortic leaflets. Measurements are taken from the phase with maximum valve opening. In this plane minimal, maximal, and mean diameter are described, with the mean diameter having the best correlation with echocardiography
