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My ct scan showed slightly prominent at 3.7 cm in my ascending aortic valve doctor tells me it's of no concern but i'm nervous should i be concerned?

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Dr. John Szawaluk answered

Borderline: 3.7 is at the upper limits of normal depending on size. Probably does not need repeat unless there is a family history, high blood pressure or history of smoking.

Dr Pappas and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

Your ascending : Aorta is in the upper normal range...Wouldn't be concerned.

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Answered 1/5/2019

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A member asked:

My ct scan showed slightly prominent at 3.7 cm in my ascending aortic valve doctor tells me it's of no concern but i'm nervous should i be concerned?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. John Szawaluk answered

Dr Pappas and 4 doctors agreed

Dr. Rick Koch answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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