ACCEL Lite: Aortopathies: What A Cardiologist Needs to Know

Oct 28, 2025   |  Jeroen J. Bax, MD, PhD, FACC; John A. Elefteriades, MD, FACC

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What if your genes could predict a life-threatening condition before symptoms ever appear? Explore how medical science uncovered the genetic roots of thoracic aortic aneurysm—and why that discovery changed everything. From famous historical figures to modern patients, the implications are profound: understanding the exact genetic mutation can guide treatment and safeguard entire families.

In this interview, Drs. Jeroen J. Bax and John A. Elefteriades discuss "Aortopathies: What A Cardiologist Needs to Know".

Related References:

  1. Elefteriades JA, Zafar MA, Ziganshin BA. Genetics of aortic aneurysm disease: 10 key points for the practitioner. JTCVS Open. 2024 Jul 26;21:58-63. doi: 10.1016/j.xjon.2024.07.014. PMID: 39534337; PMCID: PMC11551243.
  2. Ask An Aortic Expert: Dr. John Elefteriades (John Ritter Foundation). 2022. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3HYw10tv0c . Accessed 10/23/25.
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Clinical Topics: Cardiac Surgery, Vascular Medicine, Aortic Surgery

Keywords: ACCELLite, ESC25, ESC Congress, Aortic Aneurysm, Thoracic