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aorta coarctation

Used for:

aorta constriction

Used for:

aortic coarctation

Broader Terms:

aorta obstruction

Broader Terms:

congenital cardiovascular disorder

Scope Note:

congenital constriction of the aorta just distal to the left subclavian artery; causes upper body hypertension but few other symptoms; may present as headache or dyspnea on exertion.

Term Number:

0571-1045


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