Abstract
A case of a ruptured right aortic arch aneurysm in a 74-year-old woman presenting with shock is reported. The diagnostic and operative findings are presented. We discuss the surgical approach and review the literature.
MeSH terms
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Aged
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Aortic Aneurysm, Thoracic / complications
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Aortic Aneurysm, Thoracic / diagnosis*
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Aortic Aneurysm, Thoracic / surgery*
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Aortic Rupture / complications
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Aortic Rupture / diagnosis*
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Aortic Rupture / surgery*
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Female
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Humans
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Shock / etiology