Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2870859 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2016 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
A midline descending aorta can cause compression of the tracheal carina and proximal bronchi, with debilitating symptoms. Translocation of the descending aorta is a reliable procedure that relieves the compression and results in long-term resolution of symptoms.
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Authors
E. Dean MD, Mark E. MD, Jess L. MD, Luis E. MD, Iki MD, Jeffrey S. MD, Carlos M. MD, MPH, Charles D. MD,