Traumatic aortic transection in a child with an anomalous right subclavian artery.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
We describe a child who presented with a traumatic aortic transection in the setting of anomalous origin of the right subclavian artery. This abnormal arch anatomy may influence the diagnosis, anatomic location, and technique of surgical repair of the injury.
Medical subject headings
- Aorta, Thoracic
- Subclavian Artery