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Coarctation of the Aorta

Underlying Cause

Coarctation of the Aorta Underlying Cause

The exact cause for coarctation of the aorta is unknown. Coarctation of the aorta is a birth defect.

Causes include:

Congenital condition (most common)
Takayasu's arteritis
Severe atherosclerosis

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Last Updated: Aug 15, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Coarctation of the Aorta References:

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Rao PS. Balloon angioplasty of native coarctation of the aorta. J Invasive Cardiol. 2000 Aug;12(8):407-9.