AORTIC ANEURYSM

This observational study follows 352 adults with aortic arch or descending aorta disease who receive the Thoraflex Hybrid device, sometimes with an additional RelayPro stent-graft. The goal is to evaluate safety and treatment success over 10 years, including risks like stroke, sp…

This trial tests a 6-week program called Ready for Recovery that helps people prepare for aortic aneurysm surgery. The program includes education, healthy habits, stress reduction, and social support. Ten adults having elective surgery will participate to see if the program is fe…

This study collects tissue samples from 1,000 people having heart valve surgery to find genetic causes of calcific aortic valve disease. Researchers will compare normal and diseased tissue to understand why the disease develops. Participants must be at least 20 years old and have…

This study looks at whether brothers, sisters, and children of people who have had an abdominal aortic aneurysm are more likely to develop one themselves. Researchers will analyze health records from nearly one million people in Sweden. The goal is to better understand how family…

This study is collecting data from 400 people with abdominal aortic aneurysms to improve how doctors predict aneurysm growth. The goal is to create more personalized monitoring plans. Participants will have regular check-ups and imaging tests to track changes over time.

This study involves 40 adults undergoing aortic arch surgery to repair aneurysms or dissections. Researchers are testing a new bedside system that measures brain chemicals in near real-time to detect early signs of oxygen deprivation. The goal is to prevent strokes and confusion …