We perform aortic valve surgery without using prosthetic valves for patients with aortic valve disease under the age of 65.

For aortic valve disease, valve replacement surgery with prosthetic valves is the standard approach. However, in younger patients, complications related to prosthetic valves and decreased activities of daily living (ADL) cannot be ignored.

For aortic regurgitation, we perform aortic valve repair, and for aortic stenosis, we perform the Ross procedure. These procedures allow patients to maintain a high level of ADL over the long term without the need for lifelong medication post-surgery.

Program details

- Aortic Regurgitation: Aortic Valve Repair, Valve-Sparing Aortic Root Replacement
- Aortic Stenosis and Aortic Regurgitation Unsuitable for Valve Repair: Ross Procedure
- Prosthetic Valve Dysfunction: Ross Procedure

Providing Medical Institution

National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center (NCVC)

〒564-8565
6-1 Kishibeshinmachi, Suita, Osaka

Google Map https://www.ncvc.go.jp/

Specialty

・Specializes in both cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, with a comprehensive approach that includes prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and the development of innovative therapies.
・Offers a wide range of advanced health screening programs, including the Advanced Cardiovascular Health Screening Program, designed for the early detection of cardiovascular diseases.
・Provides highly specialized care in areas such as ventricular assist devices (VADs) and heart transplantation, stroke, lifestyle-related diseases, pediatric cardiovascular disorders, obstetrics and gynecology, and preventive health screening.
National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center – Advancing Cardiovascular Medicine

The National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center (NCVC) is Japan's leading national center dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and research of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.

The hospital's five core principles are:

1.To provide model cardiovascular care and world-leading advanced medical treatment.
2.To deliver safe, high-quality healthcare based on transparency and the highest ethical standards.
3.To promote cutting-edge cardiovascular research through close integration of the hospital and research institute.
4.To educate and develop specialists and future leaders in cardiovascular medicine.
5.To foster a workplace where all staff can work with pride, purpose, and professional fulfillment.

In the era of the 100-year lifespan, NCVC places patients' values at the center of care. Through a multidisciplinary team approach, it provides comprehensive cardiovascular care throughout every stage of life—from disease prevention and acute treatment to rehabilitation and long-term health management.

Eligibility Criteria/Exclusions for Treatment

Medical History, Treatment History, and Clinical Information (X-ray images, ECG, Echocardiography, Cardiac Catheterization, etc.)

Precautions / Contraindications

The applicability of treatment will be determined based on prior records and examinations conducted at our hospital.