Ongoing studies might bring a new option for aortic valve replacement: A balloon valve that can be implanted without the need for open heart surgery.

Helpful information about what to expect before, during and after aortic valve replacement surgery.

An article all about aortic valve replacement. Learn about diagnosis, preparations, what happens during surgery and how to heal afterward.

Who knew that aortic valve replacement surgery could be the starting point for a new life that includes marathons? Meet one man who did here.

Learning about this condition and getting the right treatment early enough might eliminate the need for aortic valve replacement surgery. Get all the info you'll need here.

Did you know you could help pick the type of incision you'll get during aortic valve replacement surgery? This great resource details all of your options.

This resource details some factors to consider when thinking about life expectancy after aortic valve replacement surgery.

This 45 minute webcast of a minimally invasive aortic valve replacement surgery is very informative. Beware, though: Don't watch it if you're bothered by blood.

This type of aortic valve replacement surgery involves replacing the diseased valve with the patient's pulmonary valve. Find out more here.

A cardiac surgeon talks about aortic valve replacement. Get details on why and how it's performed, and which is the best valve to use.