BACKGROUND: Reoperations on the aortic root and the ascending aorta after previous
aortic valve and proximal aortic surgery are increasingly frequent and highly demanding …

Background. This analysis was performed to evaluate the results of reoperations on the
ascending aorta and aortic root. Methods. All reoperations (n= 134) on the aortic root and …

BACKGROUND: The aim of this study was to analyze surgery and survival data in the
midterm after aortic root and (or) ascending aorta reoperations and compare these results …

Aim. We have retrospectively evaluated our results after aortic root and ascending aorta
reoperations to determine risk factors of early death and late mortality. Methods. From …

BACKGROUND: First time operations on the ascending aorta are performed with low
mortality, few complications, and excellent long-term results. Reoperations for aortic …

BACKGROUND: The increasing use of biologic conduits and the advances in reparative
aortic root procedures has increased the number of patients who may require reoperation on …

Objective: Reoperations on the ascending aorta after prior aortic procedures are formidable
challenges. In order to identify factors predictive of clinical outcome using a uniform surgical …

BACKGROUND: Aortic root replacement after a previous operation on the aortic valve, aortic
root, or ascending aorta remains a major challenge. METHODS: Records of 56 consecutive …

OBJECTIVES Aortic arch surgery following previous replacement of the ascending aorta has
become more frequent due to the improved long-term survival of patients after the primary …

Background. Reoperations on the aortic root and the ascending aorta are being performed
with increasing frequency and remain a challenging problem. Methods. Eighty-one patients …