ExoVasc® PEARS

ExoVasc® Personalised External Aortic Root Support (PEARS)

ExoVasc® PEARS

The ExoVasc® PEARS is a patient-led innovation in the form of an implant that is placed around the ascending aorta. It provides support to the patient’s own aorta and aortic valve and is designed to prevent aortic dilation, dissection and rupture.

Surgical centres

The procedure for implanting the ExoVasc® PEARS is offered in over 40 centres in the UK, Europe and the rest of the world. It is not currently available for sale in the USA.

Patient stories

More than 1,200 people have had an ExoVasc® PEARS implanted. Some of them have shared their stories and experiences before and after surgery. You can read their stories here.

About Exstent

The ExoVasc® PEARS was developed by Tal Golesworthy, an engineer with Marfan syndrome, to provide an alternative to aortic root replacement surgery. 

Exstent aims to make a difference to the lives of people with aortic dilation. Our goal is to allow patients to live free from worry, without need for anticoagulant therapy and reduce the risk of requiring further surgery.

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ExoVasc® PEARS patients since 2004

Patient stories

Michael V

“I can’t express in word’s how grateful I am to Professor Pepper, Mr Tal Golesworthy and team. All I can say is that we are lucky to have people so dedicated, innovative and industrious as to offer people like me hope for the future.”
Date of procedure: 2009

Sam Berry

“I would like to thank professor John Pepper and Tal Golesworthy for giving me the best surgery and for helping me realise that it was the best option for me even though I was hell bent against the idea.”
Date of procedure: 2008
Age: 19

Latest news

We regularly share news and updates that may be of interest to medical professionals, patients and prospective patients.

200th patient receives innovative Ross-PEARS implant

ExoVasc® PEARS at Mind the Aorta

Patient benefits brochures

You may find our patient benefits brochures useful when discussing the ExoVasc® PEARS with your doctor.

Regulatory information

Information on regulatory approvals for the ExoVasc® PEARS.

Find out more about the ExoVasc® PEARS