Is Aortic Unfolding A Serious Issue?

Posted on Fri, 5 Dec 2014

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Question : Hi, While doing a test for NZ visa, i was told that i have Aortic unfolding. I was recommended to meet a cadiologists. The cardio confirmed that it was a normal variation. Will i be granted a work VISA for NZ?

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Sharma (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Getting VISA should not be a problem.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to HCM.
I am Dr Rakesh Sharma answering your query.
I can understand your concern.
Unfolding of aorta is a common and normal X Ray finding.
It is just a variation of aorta.And it is an universal opinion.
Cardiologist has confirmed it.
In my opinion you should not have any problem in getting VISA for any where.
Hope I have answered your query.
If any thing else you are welcome.
Good luck.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar