Traumatic transection of aorta.
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چکیده
A 16 year-old man presented with fracture of both his femurs after a road traffic accident. Chest radiograph revealed mediastinal widening. Subsequent CT scan and arch aortogram confirmed the findings of traumatic aortic arch transection at the isthmus. He underwent successful surgical repair. High index of suspicion and prompt actions are important in managing this potentially fatal but treatable condition.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- The Medical journal of Malaysia
دوره 56 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2001