Coarctation Of The Aorta

OVERVIEW

Coarctation of the aorta refers to the narrowing of the aorta.

WHAT CAUSES IT?

This condition might be the result of the following:

• Turner syndrome

WHAT MAKES US SUSPECT IT?

Vital Signs:

• Hypertension in the upper extremities
• Hypotension in the lower extremities

ARCHIVE OF STANDARDIZED EXAM QUESTIONS 

This archive compiles standardized exam questions that relate to this topic.

Page Updated: 12.09.2016