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Published on: March 28, 2025
Patients with Bicuspid Aortopathy and Aortic Dilatation
Francesco Nappi1, Omar Giacinto2, Mario Lusini2
1Department of Cardiac Surgery, Centre Cardiologique du Nord, 93200 Saint-Denis, France.
Bicuspid aortic valve (BAV) disease, the most common congenital heart defect, involves aortic dilation due to abnormal blood flow. Imaging techniques are crucial for diagnosis, classification, and guiding surgical decisions for BAV patients.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Imaging
- Genetics
Background:
- Bicuspid aortic valve (BAV) is the most prevalent congenital heart disease.
- Hemodynamic abnormalities from poor valve coaptation lead to ascending aorta diameter changes.
- Understanding BAV's anatomical, pathophysiological, and genetic factors is key.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review anatomical, pathophysiological, genetic, ultrasound, and radiological aspects of BAV.
- Focus on BAV classification based on imaging and flux models in vessel dilation.
- Discuss diagnostic features influencing new classifications and surgical indications.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive PubMed search (January-May 2022).
- Independent article selection and screening by two authors.
- Narrative review methodology.
Main Results:
- Ultrasound is primary for structural/Doppler patterns; CT for aortic dimensions; MRI for hemodynamics.
- Diagnostic features inform new classifications, surgical indications, and risk assessment.
- Surgical options include valve/vessel replacement, repair, and transcatheter aortic valve replacement.
Conclusions:
- Multiple imaging modalities are essential for BAV diagnosis.
- Morphological BAV classifications significantly impact surgical outcomes.
- Integrating imaging, genetics, and hemodynamics guides treatment decisions.
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