when to repair thoracic aortic aneurysm
Abdominal aortic aneurysm repair (AAA repair) repairs an aortic aneurysm that occurs in the part of your aorta that is in your abdomen (belly). This is the most common type of aortic aneurysm. Thoracic aortic aneurysm repair repairs an aortic aneurysm that occurs in the part of your aorta that is in your chest. Other procedures that may be performed. Your doctor may perform other procedures in addition to aortic aneurysm repair. This is most common with thoracic (chest) aortic aneurysm repairs. Additional procedures may include: Aortic valve repair or replacement, which you may need if the aneurysm is close to your heart. The aortic valve opens to allow blood to leave your heart and closes to prevent blood from flowing back into your heart. Heart surgery, which you may need if heart disease has contributed to your aortic aneurysm. Previous.