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    Surgical management of aortic root abscesses, a severe complication of infective endocarditis, involves complex reconstruction. Reconstruction with a flanged composite graft may offer the best anatomical fit for these challenging cases.

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    • Aortic Root Reconstruction

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    • Aortic root abscess is a critical complication of infective endocarditis.
    • Surgical intervention for aortic root abscess carries high risks of morbidity and mortality.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate surgical reconstruction techniques for aortic root abscess.
    • To assess outcomes and survival rates following aortic root abscess repair.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective study of 27 patients over 15 years.
    • Surgical reconstruction included aortic valve replacement, total aortic root replacement, and modified Bentall procedures.
    • Follow-up included assessment of survival and reoperation rates.

    Main Results:

    • In-hospital mortality was 22.2%, with 11.1% perioperative deaths in emergent cases.
    • Overall 1, 5, and 10-year survival rates were 70.3%, 62.9%, and 59.2%, respectively.
    • Reoperation was required in 9.5% of patients for paravalvular leakage and infection recurrence.

    Conclusions:

    • Aortic root replacement, particularly with a flanged composite graft, can effectively reconstruct the aortic root after abscess resection.
    • Complete resection and appropriate reconstruction are vital for managing aortic root abscesses.
    • Surgical outcomes demonstrate significant, though not complete, long-term survival.