[Verse 1] Truncal root was born enlarged, bigger than it ought to be Seven point four one Z-score, aortic valve's enormity While the surgeons patch and mend, the numbers tell a deeper tale Three months later, one point eight eight, but still the measurements prevail [Chorus] Dilated roots don't shrink away, Z-scores climbing past the three Sinus, junction, valve remains swollen through surgery When the numbers cross that line of five, replacement time draws near Aortic regurgitation grows with every passing year [Verse 2] Sinus of Valsalva holds at four point seven six before After operation, three point five three, then climbing up once more ST junction mirrors this dance, three sevens shifting to four five Progressive widening never stops, the dilation stays alive [Chorus] Dilated roots don't shrink away, Z-scores climbing past the three Sinus, junction, valve remains swollen through surgery When the numbers cross that line of five, replacement time draws near Aortic regurgitation grows with every passing year [Bridge] Months roll by, the measurements track Seven months reveal the facts Five point one two valve Z-score Four point three six sinus store Truncus leaves its lasting mark Even when the repair's been carved [Chorus] Dilated roots don't shrink away, Z-scores climbing past the three Sinus, junction, valve remains swollen through surgery When the numbers cross that line of five, replacement time draws near Aortic regurgitation grows with every passing year [Outro] Monitor those Z-scores well The dilated story they will tell Three to five means watch and wait Beyond five means don't hesitate
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