An aortic sinus, also known as a sinus of Valsalva, [1] is one of the anatomic dilations of the ascending aorta, which occurs just above the aortic valve. These widenings are between the wall of the aorta …

Dec 19, 2025 · The sinuses of Valsalva, also known as aortic sinuses, are the anatomic spaces at the aortic root bounded internally by the aortic valve leaflets and externally by outward bulges of the …

An aortic sinus, also called the sinuses of Valsalva is one of the anatomic dilatations of the ascending aorta, which occurs just above the aortic valve. These widenings are between the wall of the aorta …

The aortic sinuses (Sinuses of Valsalva) are three anatomic outpouchings of the aortic root located just above the aortic valve cusps and below the sinotubular junction.

An aortic sinus refers to an expanded region in the aortic root that is defined by the attachments of the aortic valve leaflets and the sinotubular junction. It is associated with the three valvular leaflets and …

Apr 8, 2025 · SOVAs occur at the sinuses of Valsalva, the 3 dilated portions of the aortic root situated between the aortic valve annulus and the sinotubular junction. These sinuses are typically reinforced …

Nov 6, 2025 · At its root, the ascending aorta contains two aortic sinuses – small dilatations located just above the cusps of the aortic valve. Right aortic sinus gives rise to the right coronary artery.

…from the right and left aortic sinuses (the sinuses of Valsalva), which are bulges at the origin of the ascending aorta immediately beyond, or distal to, the aortic valve.

Apr 7, 2025 · Transillumination of the aortic root clearly shows the right and left aortic sinuses and the coronary arteries very well. Internal structures of the right ventricle and the tricuspid valve are also …

Just above the aortic valve are three small dilations called the aortic sinuses. The two anterior sinuses give rise to the coronary arteries, while the third posterior sinus does not usually give rise to any …