Ascending and aortic arch aneurysms are commonly found incidentally. It is possible that, as the aneurysm enlarges and compresses surrounding nerves or organs, an individual may experience chest pain, ...

Type I: Dissection originating in the ascending aorta extending a variable length frequently into the aortic arch and/or descending ... and symptoms. Chest x-ray can show mediastinal widening ...

Chest x-ray can show mediastinal widening and/or an abnormal aortic contour. Computed tomography (CT) is the definitive diagnostic modality and has a sensitivity approaching 100%. Transesophageal ...