Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What are the major causes of unfolding of the aorta?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Hypertension: Intima disorders of sorta and bicuspid aortic valve ...May need a cardiology consult and echo.
Answered 10/22/2019
5.1k views
Thank
Atherosclerosis: . Meaning tortuosity- ? As the tissue hardens they may extend and kink a bit.
Answered 3/7/2020
5k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
58 yr old Methadone pt; enlarged aorta; self reports taking too many "Goody" powders. Could that cause this problem?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
6'1, 160 LB male. Echo showed Aorta root diameter of 32 mm. Normal size? Exercise heavily and regularly, can that cause Aorta to enlarge?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I want to know more on coarctation of the aorta, what is the cause and how can it be treated?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
After a major heart attack in February the heart cath caused a tear in my aorta.need to know if my risks are higher having another cath done?
Can a fall off a bicycle cause a tear in the aorta?
What causes a mildly ectatic aorta?
What causes an enlarged aorta? Is it fatal?
What are the causes of widening of the ascending aorta?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
