Traumatic aortic incompetence associated with transection of the thoracic aorta.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A case of blunt chest trauma resulting in transection of the descending thoracic aorta and disruption of the aortic valve is presented. Successful treatment required graft repair of the aortic injury followed by aortic valve replacement.
Medical subject headings
- Aorta, Thoracic
- Aortic Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Thoracic Injuries
- Wounds, Nonpenetrating