Characterization of Aortic Tissue at Reoperation

Clinical Observation and Pathological Characterization of Aortic Tissue at Reoperation

This study will analyse factors contributing to cardiac re-operation to determine causative effects

This study will collect clinical data on the characteristics of aortic tissue on which BioGlue has been applied during a previous cardiovascular surgery. This is a post market surveillance study.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Subjects undergoing an aortic re-operation
• Subject has had BioGlue used during previous aortic surgery
• Subject is willing and able to give written informed consent for participation

Exclusion Criteria:

• Subject with a history of vasculitis
• Subject with active infection (endocarditis)
• Subject with a history of chronic inflammatory condition which may have led to ongoing tissue damage
• Subject with a history of auto immune disease