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The Anatomy of the Subclavian Artery
The larger trunks—such as the aorta and the subclavian artery—are located in the most protected areas of the body to prevent injury and subsequent disruption of major blood flow. The ...
Baylor College of Medicine4y
Descending and Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysms and Dissections
A CT scan provides valuable information about your aorta, such as the location and size of an aneurysm or dissection. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) is ...
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GUEST COLUMN: Aneurysm type, location determines symptoms
Q. Aneurysms are pretty scary things. Do they have any symptoms? A. Aneurysms are artery bulges. And, yes, they are scary because, if they burst, they are lethal. Many victims of a ruptured ...
Baylor College of Medicine4y
Ascending and Arch Aortic Aneurysms and Dissection
A CT provides valuable information about your aorta, such as the location and size of an aneurysm or dissection. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or magnetic resonance angiography (MRA), is another ...