Condition
Aortic aneurysm - thoracic
David Cohen, M.D.Published 5 May 20051 min read
Alternative names
Thoracic aortic aneurysm; Syphilitic aneurysm; Aneurysm - thoracic aortic
Definition
A thoracic aortic aneurysm is a localized expansion of the wall of the aorta.
Written and revised by
David Cohen, M.D.
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