Presentation
High blood pressure.
Patient Data
Age: 35 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Thoracic aortic atherosclerosis
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Atheromatous plaques and calcification of the aortic valve, ascending aorta, aortic arch and descending aorta is noted which is not expected for the patient's age.
Calcified plaque is also noted in the wall of brachiocephalic trunk.
Case Discussion
Thoracic aortic atherosclerosis is an important cause of severe morbidity and mortality.
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