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Traumatic rupture of the thoracic aorta
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Traumatic rupture of the thoracic aorta
Br J Hosp Med.
1989 Apr.
Abstract
Traumatic rupture of the thoracic aorta is a lethal injury associated with high speed accidents. In multiply injured patients a high index of suspicion is required to allow prompt diagnosis of this condition. Urgent surgery is life saving in the majority of patients.
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