Aortic Valve Replacement vs Aortic Valve Replacement + Annular Enlargement: Apples to Oranges?

Impact of Aortic Root Enlargement on Patients Undergoing Aortic Valve ReplacementThe Annals of Thoracic SurgeryVol. 115Issue 2PreviewAortic root enlargement (ARE) can be an important adjunct for aortic valve replacement (AVR). This study compared outcomes of AVR with or without ARE. Full-Text PDF Aortic Root Enlargement: Lets Agree to Agree it is a good thing but everything in moderationThe Annals of Thoracic SurgeryPreview Full-Text PDF