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Aortic Aneurysm Repair – Understanding the Procedure, Risks, and Road to Recovery

Aortic Aneurysm Repair: Understanding the Procedure, Risks, and Road to Recovery An aortic aneurysm can be a life-threatening condition, often developing silently until it reaches a critical size or ruptures. In this condition, the wall of the aorta—the body’s main artery—weakens and expands, creating a balloon-like bulge that poses significant risk if left untreated. Many […]

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Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement – A Modern Solution for Aortic Stenosis

Aortic stenosis—a narrowing of the aortic valve opening—remains one of the most common and serious heart valve problems worldwide. Traditionally, patients with severe aortic stenosis needed open-heart surgery to replace their malfunctioning valve. While such surgical procedures can be highly effective, they often come with extended hospital stays, prolonged recovery, and higher risk in older