Bentall procedure
Pronunciation: BEN-tall
A cardiac surgical technique involving replacement of the aortic root, aortic valve, and reimplantation of coronary arteries.
Full Definition
The Bentall procedure is a comprehensive cardiac surgical technique used to treat combined aortic root and aortic valve disease. The operation involves complete replacement of the aortic root and aortic valve with a composite graft containing a mechanical or biological valve, followed by reimplantation of the coronary arteries into the graft. Originally described by Bentall and De Bono in 1968, this procedure is indicated for patients with aortic root aneurysms, aortic regurgitation, and certain connective tissue disorders. Modern variations include the use of biological composites and valve-sparing techniques.
Usage
Usage note: Capitalize 'Bentall' as it is an eponymous procedure. Specify graft type (mechanical vs. biological) in surgical documentation.
In Context
- "The patient underwent a modified Bentall procedure using a biological composite graft for aortic root aneurysm." — Operative report
- "Long-term follow-up after Bentall procedure showed excellent graft function with no evidence of pseudoaneurysm formation." — Cardiac surgery follow-up