Presentation
Hypertension.
Patient Data
Age: 20 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Coarctation of the aorta
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Concave contour of the proximal descending aorta. Normal heart size. Bilateral fifth and sixth posterior rib notching. Thoracic scoliosis.
From the case:
Coarctation of the aorta
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Case Discussion
Aortic coarctation was confirmed with MRA as post ductal type. Echo showed the presence of a bicuspid aortic valve (a common association). Antihypertensives were ceased following placement of the aortic stent.
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