Aortic Aneurysm, Thoracic: Bulging and weakness of the aorta in the area of the chest. The condition is life-threatening as death can occur rapidly if the aneurysm bursts. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Aortic Aneurysm, Thoracic is available below.
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An aneurysm in the proximal portion of the descending aorta proceeding from the arch of the aorta and giving rise to the bronchial, esophageal, pericardiac, and mediastinal branches. - (Source - Diseases Database)
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