What is Coarctation of the Aorta (COA)?

Also known as: COA

Coarctation of the aorta is a heart condition that is present at birth involving the narrowing of the aorta. This defect may occur on its own or in association with more complex heart defects and patients with chromosomal abnormalities.


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