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Understanding Aortic Coarctation: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Aortic coarctation is a congenital heart defect characterized by the narrowing of the aorta, the main artery that carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body. This narrowing can cause the heart to work harder to pump blood through the constricted area, leading to increased blood pressure in the upper body and reduced blood flow to the lower body. The severity of the condition varies, with some cases being mild and others life-threatening if left untreated.
The exact cause of aortic coarctation is not fully understood, but it is generally present from birth. Genetic factors may play a role, and it sometimes occurs alongside other heart defects, such as bicuspid aortic valve or ventricular septal defect. Rarely, it may develop later in life due to conditions that cause thickening or stiffening of the aortic walls.
Symptoms of aortic coarctation…
