Effect of Aneurysm and Bicuspid Aortic Valve on Layer-Specific Ascending Aorta Mechanics

ConclusionsNo mechanical vulnerability of BAV-ATAA was found, corroborating current conservative guidelines regarding the management of bicuspid aortopathy. Weakening and added vulnerability was found in patients with valvular deficiency, aortic root aneurysm, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia. Aging led to increased susceptibility to dissection initiation or full rupture, or both, in both patient classes.
Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research