Traumatic rupture of the ascending aorta and aortic valve.
A case of traumatic rupture of the ascending aorta and aortic valve is described. An account of the successful management of this condition is given and the relevant literature is reviewed.
D000063:Accidents, Traffic; D000328:Adult; D001013:Aorta, Thoracic; D001019:Aortic Rupture / Q000601:surgery*; D001021:Aortic Valve / Q000293:injuries*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male