Double aortic arch
Double Aortic Arch
Double aortic arch (pronunciation: /ˈdʌbəl ɔːrˈtɪk ɑːrk/) is a rare congenital heart defect where the aorta splits into two separate vessels that encircle and compress the trachea and esophagus.
Etymology
The term "double aortic arch" is derived from the Latin words "duplex" meaning double, "aorta" meaning the main artery of the body, and "arcus" meaning arch.
Symptoms
Symptoms of double aortic arch may include stridor, wheezing, cough, dysphagia, aspiration, and recurrent respiratory infections.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of double aortic arch is typically made through echocardiography, computed tomography (CT) scan, or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Treatment
Treatment for double aortic arch typically involves surgery to divide the double aortic arch and relieve the pressure on the trachea and esophagus.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Double aortic arch
- Wikipedia's article - Double aortic arch
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