Modified aortic root enlargement for small aortic valves
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests a modified surgical technique for replacing a narrowed aortic valve in people whose valve opening is unusually small. The goal is to help the new valve fit better and work well.
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Who can take part
- You are 50 to 70 years old
- You have severe aortic stenosis (a narrowed heart valve) that causes symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, or fainting
- Your aortic valve opening (annulus) is small, usually less than 23 mm on a CT scan
- You are planning to get a biological (tissue) valve replacement, not a mechanical one
- Your surgical risk is low (STS score 8% or less)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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