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Can an echocardiogram tell a doctor if someone is at risk for an aortic dissection? such as an enlarged heart or enlargement of aorta?
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Yes: The dissection is a gradual process over years, the size of the dilation of the artery and its rate of change and somewhat its deformity clearly correlate with risk and a normal sized one doesn't have risk.
Answered 12/1/2014
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Probably: Most cardiologist would prefer a CT scan with contrast over echo for a detailed imaging for better measurement to assess aortic root size. Pl consult cardiologist and follow their recommendation.
Answered 11/30/2014
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