Aggressive Progression of Penetrating Atheromatous Ulcer of the Descending Thoracic Aorta
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https://doi.org/10.1532/HSF98.20111172Abstract
The treatment of acute aortic pathologies continues to evolve with enhanced imaging capabilities. This case report highlights the rapid progression of penetrating atherosclerotic ulcer to pseudoaneurysm development and subsequent treatment with thoracic endovascular stent graft.References
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2012-06-14
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Krishna, C. S., Grizzard, J. D., & Brinster, D. R. (2012). Aggressive Progression of Penetrating Atheromatous Ulcer of the Descending Thoracic Aorta. The Heart Surgery Forum, 15(3), E174-E176. https://doi.org/10.1532/HSF98.20111172
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