untreated

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Left untreated, severe aortic stenosis can lead to heart failure and death.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

Aortic stenosis affects at least 1.5 million Americans, and if severe and left untreated, can lead to heart failure and death.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

The film also could have explored more deeply the workplace crisis and untreated mental health issues both in terms of Russell’s life and in the broader sense of what it means for America today.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

However, if left untreated, it can become far more serious if the bacteria spreads to the organs, bloodstream or bones.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Before examining her, he flipped through her chart—a quick sketch of her life, and a litany of untreated conditions: Sixth or seventh grade education; housewife and mother of five.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot