Balloon angioplasty: A balloon is placed into the narrow opening and inflated to widen it. A stent may be placed if necessary.

Stenting: A small metal mesh is inserted into the narrow area of the aorta to keep it open.

Resection: Removing the narrowed segment of the aorta, followed by connection of the two ends.

Subclavian flap aortoplasty: A portion of the subclavian artery might be used to expand the narrowed area of the aorta.

Aortic bypass grafting: The narrow area is bypassed by inserting a plastic tube called a graft between the portions of the aorta.

Patch aortoplasty: Involves cutting the narrowed area of the aorta and then attaching a patch of synthetic material to widen it.

Cardiologist

Specializes in the diagnosis and management heart related disorders.