Surgical Repair of a Giant Unruptured Left Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm in an Older Patient: A Case Report

Abstract

ABSTRACT A giant unruptured left sinus of Valsalva aneurysms is extremely rare. Even if asymptomatic, surgical repair should be performed, considering comorbidities, and patient's physical condition. In this case, patch repair with coronary artery bypass, correction of sinotubular junction, and aortic annulus for aortic regurgitation benefited the older patient.

Keywords

• aged 80 and over
• aneurysm
• aortic valve insufficiency
• case report
• coronary artery bypass
• sinus of Valsalva