Case Thirteen
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Case Summary

Diagnosis:  Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm


Clinical hints:

Usually on an atherosclerotic basis. If ascending aorta involved, may have aortic valve incompetence and left ventricular failure. Risk of rupture and dissection.


Radiological Pearls:
  • aortic dilation: regional or diffuse
     
  • left ventricle may be enlarged
     
  • may be signs of failure
     
  • if in young patients: ?? Marfan's
     

Films were kindly provided by Dr. W. J. Weiser.

 

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