BENGALURU: A 64-year-old woman who was suffering from tortuous aorta and a history of failed valve replacement was successfully treated with Hybrid TAVR (Transcatheter aortic valve replacement) at ...

Stroke is an important complication of cardiac surgery. The degree of risk is significantly influenced by the presence, extent and location of atherosclerosis in the ascending aorta. Per Bergman ...

A tortuous aorta (meaning excessively twisted and turned) is often seen in older people. Although this is a sign of aging, it may not mean that it is causing or will cause any problems.

The 2 cm landing zone in a normal thoracic aorta proximal and distal to an aneurysm is a critical anatomic consideration when placing a thoracic endograft device, and this serves as an important ...

A contrast agent is then injected into the aorta, where it spreads into the coronary arteries that feed the heart. X-ray images are then taken to pinpoint any blockages present in these arteries.