Aortic coarctation endarteritis in an adult: case report with cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging findings and review of the literature.
Journal Article (Journal Article;Review)
We describe a case of coarctation endarteritis in an adult and review the literature pertaining to this condition. Adult coarctation endarteritis is a rare entity but often represents the initial presentation of coarctation. Diagnosis is critically important given the risk of rupture. Cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging can be helpful in management.
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Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Anderson, AML; Cabell, CH; Sexton, DJ
Published Date
- February 15, 2005
Published In
- Clinical Infectious Diseases : an Official Publication of the Infectious Diseases Society of America
Volume / Issue
- 40 / 4
Start / End Page
- e28 - e31
PubMed ID
- 15712067
Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)
- 1537-6591
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1086/427147
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- United States