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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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