In an observational analysis of adults (aged 18-50 years) who have undergone aortic valve surgery, the Ross procedure was associated with better outcomes compared to prosthetic aortic valve replacement.

Propensity-Matched Comparison of the Ross Procedure and Prosthetic Aortic Valve Replacement in Adults – Journal of the American College of Cardiology (link to abstract – $ for full-text)

News Release: The ‘Ross procedure’ may be a more favorable option for aortic valve replacement in younger adults – News Medical / The Mount Sinai Hospital

‘Ross procedure’ leads to improved survival in adults undergoing aortic valve surgery – The Mount Sinai Hospital