Short segment linear "flaps" of the abdominal aorta: proposed mechanism of origin and evaluation of natural history via retrospective imaging review.

Published in: Abdominal radiology (New York) (2024)

Short-segment LLFs within the abdominal aorta arise from prior mural thrombus and demonstrate long term stability. Clinically and radiographically indolent, LLFs should not be called dissection flaps.

Keyphrases

aortic valve
pulmonary artery
soft tissue
high resolution
breast reconstruction
cross sectional
coronary artery
pulmonary arterial hypertension