Widening of the aortic sinus and ascending aorta, what should we do?

Widening of the aortic sinus and ascending aorta may be caused by factors such as high blood pressure or aortic coarctation, which can be treated by controlling blood pressure or surgery for relief. 1. Control blood pressure: Whether it is hypertension or aortic coarctation, blood pressure needs to be controlled to reduce the pressure on the aorta in order to achieve symptomatic relief. Blood pressure can be controlled by taking antihypertensive drugs such as metoprolol, but it should be noted that this drug is contraindicated in patients with bradycardia, and its use may lead to dizziness, insomnia and other adverse reactions. 2. Surgery: In the case of Stanford type A aortic coarctation, which has a higher degree of risk, surgery is needed to prevent aortic dissection and to correct aortic valve insufficiency. The main goal of surgery is to reconstruct the aortic arch and root. In the case of less aggressive Stanford B aortic coarctation, the choice of treatment is best made on the basis of the surgeon’s judgment, and patients in the acute phase of the disease are first treated with intensive therapy, whether or not interventional or surgical intervention is performed. If you are diagnosed with widening of the aortic sinus and ascending aorta, you must actively cooperate with your doctor to prevent further aggravation of the condition and irreparable damage to your body. In general, you should eat less high-fat food, eat more vegetables and fruits rich in dietary fiber, keep exercising, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and reduce the bad habits of smoking and drinking.