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What is Aortic arch syndrome?

Aortic arch syndrome refers to a group of signs and symptoms associated with structural problems in the arteries that branch off the aortic arch. The aortic arch is the top part of the main artery carrying blood away from the heart.

Alternative Names:

Subclavian artery occlusive syndrome; Carotid artery occlusion syndrome; Subclavian steal syndrome; Vertebral-basilar artery occlusive syndrome

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Aortic arch syndrome/ subclavian steal - Heart Disease Expert Forum
- Aug 26, 2006
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- Jan 03, 2011
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- Jul 26, 2010
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- Sep 23, 2010
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- Feb 15, 2010
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- Sep 17, 2002
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- Apr 13, 2011
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- Dec 14, 2011
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