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Thoracic aortic aneurysm

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Picture of a thoracic aortic aneurysm

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A thoracic aortic aneurysm is a stretched and bulging area in the wall of the section of the aorta that travels through the chest and supplies oxygen-rich blood to the upper body.

Thoracic aortic aneurysms are also known as ascending or descending aortic aneurysms.

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Last Updated: 03/07/2008