A Modified Technique of Konno Aortoventriculoplasty for Redo Aortic Valve Replacement Procedures

Abstract

This article puts forward a modified technique of Konno aortoventriculoplasty for repeat procedures. After incision of the ventricular septum, this approach involves aortic valve replacement using a mechanical valved conduit, reimplantation of the coronary arteries, and graft replacement of the ascending aorta. This modification allows the removal of the diseased ascending aortic wall caused by a previous patch enlargement or poststenotic dilation.

Keywords

Konno aortoventriculoplasty - congenital subaortic stenosis - mechanical valved conduit

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