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Pengxiang Ying1, Hongyan Xiao2, Zhuoqiao He3
1Department of Emergency, First Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, China; Centre for Precision Health, School of Medical and Health Sciences, Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA, Australia; Department of Cardiology & Clinical Medical Research Center, First Affiliated Hospital of Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, Guangdong, China.
The bovine arch variant is common in type B aortic dissection (TBAD), with prevalence varying by region. This finding suggests tailored imaging and treatment strategies for TBAD patients with this anatomical variation.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Radiology
- Genetics
Background:
- The bovine arch is an anatomical variation of the aortic arch.
- Type B aortic dissection (TBAD) is a serious cardiovascular condition.
- Understanding the prevalence and impact of the bovine arch in TBAD is crucial for patient management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of the bovine arch variant in patients with type B aortic dissection (TBAD).
- To investigate the clinical relevance and potential associations of the bovine arch in TBAD.
- To analyze regional variations in the prevalence of the bovine arch in TBAD.
Main Methods:
- A radiological study of 924 TBAD patients to identify bovine arch prevalence and subtypes.
- A systematic review and meta-analysis of 2,470 TBAD patients to summarize prevalence and clinical relevance.
- Subgroup analysis based on geographical region (North America, Asia, Europe).
Main Results:
- The bovine arch was identified in 17.2% of TBAD patients in the radiological study.
- The pooled prevalence of the bovine arch in TBAD was estimated at 21.2% via meta-analysis.
- Regional prevalence varied significantly: 32.3% in North America, 13.8% in Asia, and 15.4% in Europe.
Conclusions:
- The bovine arch is a frequent finding in TBAD with notable regional differences.
- Potential associations with accelerated aortic growth, retrograde dissection, and increased mortality warrant further investigation.
- Personalized management, including enhanced surveillance and tailored endovascular strategies, may benefit TBAD patients with a bovine arch, but more research is needed.
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