Story highlights The actor underwent surgery on his aorta February 14 and died February 25Paxton's extensive career included films such as "Twister," "Aliens" and "Titanic"(CNN) Actor Bill Paxton died of a stroke after heart surgery, according to his death certificate, issued Monday by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. The surgery, which replaced his aortic valve and repaired an aortic aneurysm, took place February 14. A previous statement said his death was due to complications from surgery but included no further information. The aortic valve is one of the most commonly replaced valves, according to the American Heart Association . Although aortic valve replacement can be a lifesaving procedure, it also comes with risks.

Source: CNN March 06, 2017 21:02 UTC