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  • 1Damascus University Cardiac Surgery Hospital, Damascus, Syria. mbizzat@gmail.com

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A novel aortic retractor effectively preserves aortic root shape during surgery. This allows for precise aortic valve repair and replacement procedures with clear visualization.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Medical Device Innovation

Background:

  • Aortic valve surgery requires precise manipulation and visualization of the aortic root.
  • Maintaining aortic root geometry is crucial for successful valve repair or replacement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and evaluate a new aortic retractor designed for aortic valve procedures.
  • To assess the retractor's efficacy in maintaining aortic root geometry and visual assessment.

Main Methods:

  • Description of a novel aortic retractor design.
  • Intraoperative use of the retractor in aortic valve surgery.

Main Results:

  • The new retractor effectively maintained aortic root geometry.
  • Adequate intraoperative visual assessment of the aortic valve was consistently achieved.

Conclusions:

  • The described aortic retractor facilitates precise aortic valve repair and replacement.
  • This device enhances surgical outcomes by improving visualization and geometric control.