Table 3. Ratio between maximum leaflet orifice and simultaneous area expansion at each aortic root level.

Variable	B	SoV	C	STJ
Leaflet area ratio at maximal opening	−41.5%±5.5%	−54.4%±2.7%	16.3%±2.0%	28.8%±3.4%

Results are expressed as mean plus or minus one standard error of the mean. B, annular base; SoV, sinus of Valsalva; C, commissures; STJ, sinotubular junction.