Ross procedure (aortopulmonary translocation)

• Ross procedure, also known as aortopulmonary translocation is a procedure used for the treatment of aortic stenosis
• In this, the patient’s stenotic aortic valve is removed and his pulmonary valve is transplanted to take its place
• A homograft is used in the place of the pulmonary valve

Advantages:

• The pulmonary valve that is transplanted can continue to grow
• Better longevity for the homograft valve as it is placed in the low pressure pulmonary circulation