Thoracic aortic aneurysm

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Overview
Historical Perspective
Classification
Pathophysiology
Causes
Differentiating Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Screening
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Diagnosis
Diagnostic Study of Choice
History and Symptoms
Physical Examination
Laboratory Findings
Electrocardiogram
General Approach to Imaging in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
Chest X Ray
MRI
CT
Echocardiography
Other Imaging Findings
Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical Therapy
Surgery
Primary Prevention
Secondary Prevention
Endovascular Stent Grafting
Lifestyle Changes
Special Scenarios
Management during Pregnancy
Case Studies
Case #1
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Mohammed Salih, M.D.Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aarti Narayan, M.B.B.S [2]

Synonyms and keywords: TAA, thoracic aneurysm, ascending aorta aneurysm, arch aneurysm

Diagnosis

History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | General Approach to Imaging in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm | Chest X Ray | MRI | CT | Echocardiography

Treatment

Medical Therapy | Surgery | Endovascular Stent Grafting | Secondary Prevention | Lifestyle Changes

Special Populations

Pregnancy

Case Studies

Case #1

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