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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Mohammed Salih, MD. [2] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aarti Narayan, M.B.B.S [3]

Synonyms and keywords: TAA, thoracic aneurysm, ascending aorta aneurysm, arch aneurysm

Overview

Pathophysiology

Causes

Differentiating Thoracic aortic aneurysm from other Diseases

Epidemiology and Demographics

Risk Factors

Screening

Natural History, Complications and Prognosis

Diagnosis

History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | General Approach to Imaging in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm | Chest X Ray | MRI | CT | Echocardiography

Treatment

Medical Therapy | Surgery | Endovascular Stent Grafting | Secondary Prevention | Lifestyle Changes

Special Populations

Pregnancy

Case Studies

Case #1


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