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Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
An aneurysm in the proximal portion of the descending aorta proceeding from the arch of the aorta and giving rise to the bronchial, esophageal, pericardiac, and mediastinal branches. (NLM, Medical Subject Headings)
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