Early detection of coarctation of the aorta is crucial

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GOODFELLOW GEMS

Early detection of coarctation of the aorta is crucial

Bruce Arroll

Bruce Arroll

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Goodfellow Gems #207

Because late repair is associated with premature cardiovascular disease in adult life, coarctation of the aorta (COA) requires early detection and tre
References

1. tinyurl.com/RCHM-COA (Coarctation of the Aorta HD).

2. tinyurl.com/AAP-guidelines (Pediatrics 2017;140[3]:e20171904).