Coarctation of the aorta

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis almost certain
x-ray

Small aortic arch and descending aorta silhouette. Inferior rib notching best seen on the 4th and 5th right ribs. 

mri

Focal stenosis in the mid aortic arch with dilated collaterals. 

Case Discussion

Adult-type coarctation of the aorta.

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