Selective Sinus Replacement for Aortic Root Aneurysm: Durable Approach in Selected Patients

CONCLUSIONS: For patients with sinus of Valsalva or asymmetric root aneurysm, SSR is associated with excellent operative outcomes, and mid-term follow-up suggests the technique is durable. Longer-term follow-up is needed to confirm continued stability of the aortic root.PMID:35872034 | DOI:10.1016/j.athoracsur.2022.05.071

Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery - July 25, 2022 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Andrew M Vekstein Charles M Wojnarski E Hope Weissler Adam R Williams Ryan P Plichta Jacob N Schroder G Chad Hughes Source Type: research