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What is the definition of Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm?

A sinus of Valsalva aneurysm (SOVA) is a congenital or acquired abnormal enlargement (dilation) of the aortic root. The aorta is the largest artery and carries blood and oxygen to the heart and body. An aneurysm is a weakening and subsequent ballooning of the artery wall.

What are the symptoms of Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm?

Symptoms of a sinus of Valsalva aneurysm (ballooning of artery wall) depend on whether the aneurysm has ruptured or not. A non-ruptured sinus of Valsalva aneurysm may not have any symptoms but can lead to abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias); heart quivering (atrial fibrillation); aortic valve regurgitation; acute coronary syndrome; complete heart block; or a blood clot to the heart (coronary ostia occlusion). Symptoms of a ruptured sinus of Valsalva aneurysm depend on its location and can lead to difficulty breathing, chest pain, heart palpitations, cardiac murmurs, right-sided heart failure, or left atrium or ventricle blood flow abnormalities.

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What are the current treatments for Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm?

Treatment of sinus of Valsalva aneurysm usually involves open surgical repair, although some patients may be able to be treated with less-invasive transcatheter endovascular closure devices. A ruptured sinus of Valsalva aneurysm can be fatal and is a medical emergency that requires immediate surgery.

Who are the top Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm Local Doctors?

Elite in Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm

Humberto Morais

Elite in Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm

Humberto Morais

Luanda, LUA, AO

Humberto Morais practices in Luanda, Angola. Mr. Morais is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm, Coronary Artery Aneurysm, Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, and Transposition of the Great Arteries.

Experienced in Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm

Dr. Steven L. Driver

Interventional Cardiology

Experienced in Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm

Dr. Steven L. Driver

Interventional Cardiology

Advocate Heart Institute

3134 N Clark St,

Chicago, IL

773-880-9722

Languages Spoken:

English, Spanish

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Steven Driver is an Interventional Cardiologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Driver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Atherosclerosis, Angina, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

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Experienced in Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm

Dr. Khawaja A. Ammar

Interventional Cardiology

Experienced in Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm

Dr. Khawaja A. Ammar

Interventional Cardiology

Aurora Cardiovascular Services

2801 W Kinnickinnic River Pkwy, Ste 474,

Milwaukee, WI

414-649-3530

Languages Spoken:

English, Hindi, Urdu

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Khawaja Ammar is an Interventional Cardiologist in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Ammar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Cardiomyopathy, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).