Dissection originating in the ascending aorta extending a variable length frequently into the aortic arch and/or descending thoracic aorta Type II: Dissection originating in the ascending aorta ...

Medically reviewed by Christopher Lee, MD The aorta is the largest blood vessel in the body, carrying oxygen-rich blood from ...

Although the ligament is not seen, its presence is confirmed by demonstrating either a diverticulum, a dimple or the thoracic descending aorta opposite to the side of the aortic arch. The presence ...

The ascending aorta continues upward to form the aortic arch, where the oxygenated blood supply to your head originates. The aorta continues on down to the descending aorta that further supplies blood ...

Echocardiography can visualized the proximal portion of the aorta, however not the aortic arch and only minimal portions of the descending thoracic aorta. Transesophageal echocardiography is also ...

There is extensive hands-on experience in all aspects of the management of aortic and other cardiothoracic surgical patients. Operative experience is gained in the repair of aneurysms and dissection ...

aortic arch, ascending and descending aorta. Oral: in adults, for oral radiographic examination of the GI tract. Oral in conjunction with IV: in adults and children, for CT of the abdomen.