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Is Unfolding Of The Aorta A Cause For Concern?
While chest x-ray PA views shown nothing irregular but only point mentions that unfolding of aorta noted. My age is about 62 years. What is it? Am I to be afraid of anything? says no active parenchymal lung lesion is seen. Cardio-thoracic ratio is within normal limits.Both apical regions are normal.Both hilar regions are normal.Both costophrenic angles are clear.Contour of both domes of diaphragm are smooth and regular in outline.
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Hello
Welcome to HCM. Thanks for posting your query.
I understand your concerns.
Aortic unfolding is an old term used to describe the mediastinal widening.
It is usually seen in old age due to increase in the length of the thoracic aorta more than its diameter.
No need to worry. Regular follow up to be done yearly once.
Hope this helps you.
Thank you
Welcome to HCM. Thanks for posting your query.
I understand your concerns.
Aortic unfolding is an old term used to describe the mediastinal widening.
It is usually seen in old age due to increase in the length of the thoracic aorta more than its diameter.
No need to worry. Regular follow up to be done yearly once.
Hope this helps you.
Thank you
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