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  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Thrombosis Research

Background:

  • Aortic mural thrombus is a rare cause of systemic embolization.
  • Mobile thrombi in the aortic arch pose a significant embolic risk.

Observation:

  • A 75-year-old male presented with multiple embolic events.
  • A mobile thrombus was identified in the aortic arch.

Findings:

  • The patient underwent urgent surgical intervention for the aortic thrombus.
  • The surgical procedure resulted in an uneventful recovery.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of recognizing aortic thrombus as a source of emboli.
  • Prompt surgical management can lead to favorable outcomes in patients with aortic mural thrombus.