Valve Sparing Aortic Root Replacement Washington DC at CUMC Aortic Surgery Program

Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with an aortic root aneurysm? It is a scary condition that could mean major life style changes for you and your family. Columbia University Medical Center's Aortic Surgery Program is prepared to handle the situation with proper treatment and care. They offer leading surgical treatment in both elective as well as emergent heart surgery situations. The program is lead by Dr. Stewart Allan who since 2005 has helped CUMC's Aortic surgery program maintain its reputation as a leader in performing heart operations.

The valve sparing aortic root replacement procedure which is necessary for treating aortic aneurysms is only one of the surgery procedures done. In addition to the expertise possessed by the surgeons within the program, they also have a comprehensive life-long follow up and support program to ensure the fullest recovery possible. Time is a precious commodity when it comes to preventing fatal heart conditions with surgery. If you are in the Washington DC area, and are in need of Valve Sparing Aortic Root Replacement surgery or have questions about procedure options, call today.

The David I procedure, a type of valve sparing aortic root replacement operation is a relatively recent method of surgery geared at treating complications with the aorta in a safer way. The ascending aorta is replaced without harming the native valve. This is safer long term as well because the risk of complications is less due to the surgeons re-implementing the aortic valve rather than remodeling it. Dr. Allan is one of a select group of doctors who are experienced enough to perform these surgeries. Under his directorship since 2005, Columbia has performed over 60 of these aortic root replacement procedures with no mortalities.

If your condition will not support the David I procedure, Dr. Stewart Allan has the ability to perform other operations that yield concrete positive results. Those procedures are:

• Homograph Root Replacement


• David II


• Mechanical Valve Conduit


• Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement


• Endovascular Stent Graft Aneurysm Repair

To learn of a life threatening condition such as an aortic aneurism for yourself or a loved one can cause a lot of stress. Find comfort in the professionalism and expertise contained within Columbia University Medical Center's Aortic Surgery Program. Whether it is an valve sparing aortic root replacement surgery or any of the other surgeries performed, CUMC is ready to and willing to provide compassionate care. To learn about service options in Washington DC area, call today.

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