Coarctation of the abdominal aorta.
Coarctation of the abdominal aorta represents an unusual but surgically treatable form of hypertension. The cause is somewhat controversial but generally can be traced to congenital or acquired origins. A case is presented in which the anomaly appears to be congenital. The variability in anatomy and subsequent treatment are discussed along with appropriate evaluation of the problem.
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Division of Cardiovascular Surgery, Sam Houston Memorial Hospital, Houston, Texas, USA.
Thumwood
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Tennyson
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Wright
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Kitten
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Windham
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