title: Shawl lapel aortoplasty.
abstract: We describe a simple method of remodeling an ascending aorta that has dilated in response to a stenotic aortic valve. It provides excellent exposure for valve replacement and avoids the use of substantial prosthetic material in effecting a secure, facile closure.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans 70112-2822, USA.
authors.forename: L H
authors.initials: LH
authors.lastname: Harrison
authors.forename: H A
authors.initials: HA
authors.lastname: Heck
mesh_terms: D001011:Aorta / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*; D001024:Aortic Valve Stenosis / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D014656:Vascular Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods