# Valve-sparing aortic root surgery yields 86% 10-year survival: study 2026-08-08T07:55:51+00:00 | Health & Science | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet A study of 91 patients at Narayana Health, Bengaluru, found that valve-sparing root replacement (VSRR) for an enlarged aorta achieved an 86% survival rate at ten years. The procedure avoids artificial valves, sparing patients lifelong blood-thinning drugs. Published in the Indian Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, the study included patients with an average age of 38.5 years. Over 90% had an aortic aneurysm, and one-fourth had connective tissue disorders like Marfan syndrome. Thirty-day mortality was 3.2%, and at five years 77% had no significant valve leakage. Lead author Varun Shetty said the technique is especially beneficial for younger patients and women planning pregnancy, as it avoids warfarin. However, the surgery is technically demanding and requires experienced centres. The authors called for larger studies and more training to expand access in India. ## Coverage - thehindu.com Tags: aortic root, heart surgery, India, long-term outcomes, Narayana Health, valve-sparing surgery Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/valve-sparing-aortic-root-surgery-yields-86-10-year-survival-study/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/valve-sparing-aortic-root-surgery-yields-86-10-year-survival-study/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.