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I have in emergency room . a a man 22 years old whith Aortic Coarctation and Chronic Hypertension who presents a stroke and his Scanner show Ischemia cortico subcortical. Believe you that he have probably a carotide disection?
Hi, Welcome. Coarctation of Aorta could be genetic or acquired. Genetic Coarctation of Aorta is because of abnormalities in certain genes and protein. It is present since birth & can present in any age. It causes hypertension & can also complicate to cause Dissection.
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What Causes Aortic Coarctation In 22 Year Old?
Hi, Welcome. Coarctation of Aorta could be genetic or acquired. Genetic Coarctation of Aorta is because of abnormalities in certain genes and protein. It is present since birth & can present in any age. It causes hypertension & can also complicate to cause Dissection.