Question 1

what does tortuosity of the thoratic aorta mean?

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Aorta: A tortuous aorta may have no symptoms. If there are symptoms they generally relate to obstructed blood flow related to the tortuosity. The symptom would depend on what wasn't getting good flow or perhaps some compression caused in adjacent organ by the tortuosity.

Question 2

what is tortuosity of the thoratic aorta? is it serious?

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Tortuous aorta: it means the aorta is twisting slightly rather than following a straight course through the chest. It is not a reason to be worried.

Question 3

heart enlarged tortuosity of the thoracic aorta ?

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See a doctor: Enlarged heart and tortuous aorta could be serious like Aortic aneurysm. Please see a doctor.

Question 4

had a chest xray recently to find the reason for shoulder pain. the chest ray showed tortuosity of the thoracic aorta, this was three weeks ago and ha?

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Doubt cause of pain: I doubt that the tortuosity of the Thoracic aorta is the cause  of the shoulder  pain. Would ask your physician to see a rheumatologist. Bursitis/Tendonitis is the most  common cause. Try some heat  or have your physician evaluae this and see physicial therapy

Question 5

my recent chest x ray said atherosclerotic tortuosity of aortic arch and descending thoracic aorta. is this of any concern.

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FURTHER W/U NEEDED: Usually the thoracic aorta will dilate slowly with age. If it is apparent already you need a determination of the size. A thoracic echo and possible TEE. To evaluate thoracic anatomy. And an abdominal US to evaluate abdominal aorta. Then consult  a surgeon for further recommendations as needed. You will need to monitor your blood pressure and keep it under tight control .

Question 6

is there a treatment for aortic tortourosity?

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Just a bit curvy: Arterial tortuosity syndrome is a rare  connective tissue disorder causing some tortuosity (curves)  of the major arteries including the aorta. It is associated with hyperextensible skin and hypermobility of joints. There isn't any specific treatment for this condition. If it involves the heart/valve area which may cause trouble and that needs treatment. Consult doc if you have trouble. Good luck.

Question 7

what is slight unfolding of aorta?

Accepted Answer

Xray: This is a chest xray appearance of a widening of the normal aortic arch curve in the superior thorax. It does not necessarily have pathologic import though it is often seen in older patients and those with hypertension and atherosclerotic disease.

Question 8

what is the normal psi of your aorta?

Accepted Answer

2-3.5 PSI: Pressure in the aorta is measured in mm of mercury, or mmhg. To convert to psi, divide normal aortic pressure of 100-180 mmhg by 10 to get cmhg, then use any simple conversion chart or app. It works out to 1.9 to 3.5 psi. Curious as to why you would want to know this though?

Question 9

what are the major causes of unfolding of the aorta?

Accepted Answer

Hypertension: Intima disorders of sorta and bicuspid aortic valve ...May need a cardiology consult and echo.

Question 10

how can you measure aorta size?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasound: Ultrasound is the easiest, safest, and least expensive.  Aorta size can also be measured with cross-sectional imaging, such as a ct scan or mr.  Finally, we can measure aorta size during invasive angiography or heart catheterization.

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