Recurrent systemic embolization caused by aortic thrombi.
The aorta is a commonly unrecognized source of systemic embolization. Transesophageal echocardiography is a reliable method for visualization of the intima of the thoracic aorta and identification of aortic thrombi. Balloon embolectomy of the aorta can be used to remove thrombi and prevent further embolic events.
Aldrich
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Department of Medicine, New York Hospital-Cornell University Medical Center, New York.
Girardi
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Bush
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Devereux
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Rosengart
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D000368:Aged; D001013:Aorta, Thoracic; D001018:Aortic Diseases / Q000150:complications* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D002404:Catheterization; D017548:Echocardiography, Transesophageal; D017128:Embolectomy / Q000379:methods; D004617:Embolism / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012008:Recurrence; D013927:Thrombosis / Q000150:complications* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery