Sinotubular junction
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Citation:
Gaillard F, Hacking C, Weerakkody Y, et al. Sinotubular junction. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 08 Mar 2025) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-2050
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At the time the article was created Frank Gaillard had no recorded disclosures.
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At the time the article was last revised Craig Hacking had the following disclosures:
- Philips Australia, Paid speaker at Philips Spectral CT events (ongoing)
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Synonyms:
- Sino-tubular junction
- STJ
The sinotubular junction (STJ) is the region of the ascending aorta between the aortic sinuses (of Valsalva) and where the normal tubular configuration of the aorta is attained. It marks the junction of the aortic root and ascending aorta.
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