Ross/Konno procedure for critical aortic stenosis in infancy
1Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio 78280-7841, USA.
The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
|December 1, 1995
Summary
The Ross/Konno procedure offers a successful surgical option for neonates with critical aortic stenosis and complex left ventricular outflow tract obstruction, preserving ventricular function.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Aortic Valve Repair
Background:
- The Ross procedure is a recognized surgical technique for aortic valve replacement.
- Complex left ventricular outflow tract obstruction (LVOTO) presents significant challenges in neonates.
- Optimal surgical strategies for neonates with critical aortic stenosis and LVOTO are continuously evolving.
