Coarctation of the Aorta
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A narrowing of the major artery (the aorta) that carries blood to the body. This narrowing affects blood flow where the arteries branch out to carry blood along separate vessels to the upper and lower parts of the body. CoA can cause high blood pressure or heart damage.
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This video explains coarctation of the aorta, a narrowing of the major artery that carries blood to the body. It describes how the narrowing affects blood flow where arteries branch out to the upper and lower parts of the body, and that coarctation can cause high blood pressure or heart damage.
Key points
- Defines coarctation as a narrowing of the aorta
- Explains its effect on blood flow to the upper and lower body
- Covers high blood pressure and heart damage as possible effects
Video Overview
This video presents “Coarctation of the Aorta” — A narrowing of the major artery (the aorta) that carries blood to the body. This narrowing affects blood flow where the arteries branch out to carry blood along separate vessels to the upper and lower parts of the body. CoA can cause high. Whether you are preparing for a procedure, studying the technique, or learning how a condition is assessed, the recording shows the process as it is performed in practice.
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