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How much variation is there in aortic root diameters over time? do they ever reduce in size with healthier living? or do they only grow with time?

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Dr. Payam Mehranpour answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Cardiology

Varies: Rate of expansion varies from person-to-person. The process is usually not reversible, however healthy lifestyle and management of blood pressure could slow down the rate significantly. Depending on the cause of the dilatation, the process may be progressive.

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Answered 8/22/2015

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