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Title: Computed tomography in the diagnosis of latrogenic false aneurysms of the ascending aorta

Journal Article · · AJR, Am. J. Roentgenol.; (United States)

False aneurysm (contained rupture) of the ascending aorta is a rare complication of aortic valve replacement. The authors have dealt with two such cases that resulted from breakdown of the aortotomy suture line. In both cases, CT scan with intravenous injection of contrast material demonstrated opacification of the lumen of the false aneurysm sac; in neither case was communication with the aorta demonstrable on aortography.

Research Organization:
Univ. of California School of Medicine, San Francisco
OSTI ID:
7015055
Journal Information:
AJR, Am. J. Roentgenol.; (United States), Vol. 142:6, Issue 6
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English