CT AORTAGRAM

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CT AORTAGRAM

Asked for Male, 49 Years

Due to palpitations and breathless while moving consulted Cardiologist. Echo report says Tachycardiac during study Dialated Ascending Aorta and Aortic base.( 4.4 CMS ), Concentric LVH Suggested to do CT Aortagram and after assessment TMT. How relevant is this test. Seeking some valuable suggestions.

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CT aortogram should be done in this scenario Get it done please.

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Dr. Sivabal V Cardiologist 11 yrs exp Thiruvananthapuram · Accepted Answer

Dr. Sivabal V

Cardiologist 11 yrs exp Thiruvananthapuram

CT aortogram was advised to further evaluate the cause of ascending aorta dilatation. Please get it done.