aortic root

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Introduction

Initial part of the ascending aorta.

The aortic root consists of the aortic valve & the aortic sinus.

normal diameter: 2.1 to 4.3 cm

Pathology

* see bicuspid aortic valve

More general terms

Component of

References

  1. Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Care. About Aortic Root Aneurysms. University of Wisconsin Health http://www.uwhealth.org/heart-cardiovascular/about-aortic-root-aneurysms/10965
  2. Mayo Clinic. Aortic root surgery. https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/aortic-root-surgery/care-at-mayo-clinic/pcc-20383400