Presentation
Pre-op CXR.
Patient Data
Age: 70 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Aortic aneurysm (chest radiograph)
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Right-sided PICC in situ with tip projected within the SVC. The known large fusiform descending thoracic aortic aneurysm is again seen. Vascular calcification of the aortic arch is noted. The lungs and pleural spaces are clear. Cardiothoracic ratio is normal.
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Large bilobed fusiform descending thoracic aortic aneurysm. No evidence of rupture or dissection. Mural thrombus present through the abdominal aorta with multiple calcified atheromatous plaques.
Case Discussion
Nice example of the CXR appearances of aortic aneurysm.