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Results 1 - 2 of 2 for Aortic "aneurysm," familial thoracic 2
  1. Thoracic aortic aneurysm 
    ... machine. For people with aneurysms of the descending thoracic aorta: Major surgery is done to replace the aorta with a fabric graft if the aneurysm is larger than 6 centimeters (2.3 inches). This surgery is done through a ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001119.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Aortic dissection 
    ... aorta. This very often occurs in the chest (thoracic) part of the artery, but it may also occur in the abdominal aorta. When a tear occurs, it creates 2 channels: One in which blood continues to travel ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000181.htm - Medical Encyclopedia