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Bentall-DeBono procedure
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Bentall-DeBono procedure
by David DeHaven, Sep 06, 1999 12:00AM
I was wondering if you could provide information about the Bentall-DeBono procedure. I have seen only limited references about this procedure to repair an ascending aorta and also replace the valve.
As much information about benefits/risks, etc. that you can provide is greatly appreciated.
From the website:
http://www.heart-surgeons.com/ascending1.htm
The Bentall-DeBono procedure is for the repair of an ascending aortic aneurysm or a type A aortic dissection, when accompanied by an incompetent, non-repairable aortic valve. The surgery consists of replacing the aorta and the aortic valve with a composite graft of woven Dacron attached to a mechanical valve.
Thanks in advance!
As much information about benefits/risks, etc. that you can provide is greatly appreciated.
From the website:
http://www.heart-surgeons.com/ascending1.htm
The Bentall-DeBono procedure is for the repair of an ascending aortic aneurysm or a type A aortic dissection, when accompanied by an incompetent, non-repairable aortic valve. The surgery consists of replacing the aorta and the aortic valve with a composite graft of woven Dacron attached to a mechanical valve.
Thanks in advance!
Doctor's Answer
by CCF CARDIO MD - DLB, Sep 07, 1999 12:00AM
Dear David
The benefits of this sort of surgery are treatment of dissection or a large aneurysm, potentially life-threatening conditions. The major risks of the surgery (which is not easy surgery and requires some expertise) include death and stroke.
I hope this has been useful. I wish you the best of luck.
The benefits of this sort of surgery are treatment of dissection or a large aneurysm, potentially life-threatening conditions. The major risks of the surgery (which is not easy surgery and requires some expertise) include death and stroke.
I hope this has been useful. I wish you the best of luck.
Member Comments (1)
by gaganmalhotra, Aug 21, 2008 03:13AM
A related discussion, what r pros and cons of valve replacement surgery? was started.
