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Small aorta: CT detection and clinical significance
M S Shin1, L L Berland, K J Ho
1Department of Radiology, School of Medicine, University of Alabama, Birmingham.
Journal of Computer Assisted Tomography
|January 1, 1990
Summary
Six young patients (16-34 years) exhibited small aortas (10-12 mm diameter) compared to controls (17 mm). This finding suggests vasoconstriction may cause reduced aortic size in certain conditions.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Imaging
- Vascular Biology
- Pediatric Cardiology
Background:
- Aortic size is a critical indicator of cardiovascular health.
- Hypovolemic shock can trigger compensatory physiological responses.
- Understanding variations in aortic diameter is essential for diagnosing vascular conditions.