Glossary/Aortic Disease

Aortic Arch Replacement.

A complex surgical procedure to replace the curved portion of the aorta that gives rise to the brain and arm arteries. Often performed under deep hypothermic circulatory arrest. One of the most technically demanding cardiac operations.

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What is aortic arch replacement?

A complex surgical procedure to replace the curved portion of the aorta that gives rise to the brain and arm arteries. Often performed under deep hypothermic circulatory arrest. One of the most technically demanding cardiac operations.

Related Terms

Related glossary terms.

Hypothermic Circulatory Arrest
A surgical technique in which the patient's body temperature is lowered significantly and blood c...
Hemiarch Replacement
A surgical procedure that replaces the ascending aorta and the underside (lesser curvature) of th...
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