Repairing Ascending Aortic Aneurysms | UCLA Health Aortic Care

An ascending aortic aneurysm is an enlargement in the part of the aorta closest to the heart that can raise the risk of tear or rupture if it grows too large. In this video, Dr. Peter Downey of the UCLA Health Aortic Center explains how doctors decide when repair is recommended, including the role of aneurysm size, growth rate and underlying conditions such as bicuspid aortic valve or connective tissue disorders. He also discusses why treatment decisions are tailored to each patient. Learn more about UCLA Health Aortic Care at uclahealth.org/medical-services/heart/aortic  Full transcript available below. #UCLAHealth #AorticCare #AscendingAorticAneurysm #HeartHealth #CardiacSurgery #AorticDisease #HeartCare #VascularHealth #PatientEducation #Healthcare #Cardiology #SurgicalCare