Penetrating aortic ulcer manifesting as atypical chest pain
Journal Title: Journal of Radiology and Imaging - Year 2016, Vol 1, Issue 3
Abstract
This is a case report of a penetrating aortic ulcer that presented as atypical chest pain. Imaging modalities for the diagnosis of aortic ulcers include computed tomography angiography, magnetic resonance angiography, and transesophageal echocardiography.
Authors and Affiliations
Koop A, Melendez-Rosado JM, Farres H, Mergo PJ, Shapiro BP
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- DOI 10.14312/2399-8172.2016-5
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