Aortic events and relative survival in patients with moderately dilated proximal thoracic aorta

Conclusions. Descending, but not proximal, aortic growth was predictive of lethal events. The decreased relative survival, the substantial number of remote aortic events and aortic deaths strongly suggest continuous serial CT surveillance of the entire aorta. Other indicators than proximal aortic diameter appear needed to improve management of this patient group.PMID:38533578 | DOI:10.1080/14017431.2024.2330345
Source: Scandinavian Cardiovascular Journal - Category: Cardiology Authors: Source Type: research