TABLE I.
Study Cohort
| No aortic root dilation (n = 83) | Dilated aortic root (n = 10) | |
|---|---|---|
| Male sex | 46 (55%) | 8 (80%) |
| Arch anomaliesa | 27 (32.5%) | 3 (30%) |
| Right aortic arch | 15 (18%) | 2 (20%) |
| Average age | 6.9 years | 8.1 years |
| Other cardiac defectsb | 16 (19%) | 3 (30%) |
| Bicuspid aortic valve | 0 (0%) | 3 (30%) |
Sample group: patients with aortic root dilation as documented in Table II.
a
Includes RAA along with other arch anomalies.
b
Other defects include atrial or ventricular septal defects, pulmonary artery stenosis, patent ductus arteriosis.