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Aortic coarctation is a narrowing of part of the aorta(the major artery leading out of the heart). It is a type of birth defect. |
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Symptoms
Symptoms depend on how much blood can flow through the artery. Other heart defects may also play a role.
Causes
The aorta carries blood from the heart to the vessels that supply the body with blood and nutrients. If part of the ...
Tests
Sometimes, the femoral pulse may not be felt at all.The doctor will use a stethoscope to listen to your heart and che...
Treatments
Surgery is usually recommended. The narrowed part of the aorta will be removed or opened.
Prevention
There is no known way to prevent this disorder, however, awareness of risk may make early diagnosis and treatment pos...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you or your child have symptoms of coarctation of the aorta. Call your health care ...
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