Who are candidates for the Ross Procedure?

The Ross Procedure is particularly appropriate for children and young adults with diseased aortic valves. The pulmonary valve is a good match in size to the aortic valve, it has the potential to grow as the child grows (which artificial valves cannot do), and it is well suited to the high pressures in the aorta. The procedure is also a good option for women who wish to become pregnant and for active patients who do not wish to take anticoagulants.