Thoracic Aortic Aneurysmectomy Is Excision of an Aneurysmal Portion of the Ascending

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Multiple Choice

Thoracic aortic aneurysmectomy is excision of an aneurysmal portion of the ascending aorta,aortic arch,or descending thoracic aorta and replacement with a prosthetic graft,valve-graft conduit,or intra-aortic prosthesis.Aneurysms may be caused by atherosclerosis,trauma,infection,or cystic medial degeneration.Which presenting conditions will indicate that surgical intervention is necessary?

• A) Compromised circulation or danger of rupture
• B) Circumferential involvement
• C) Spindle-shaped morphology
• D) Combined saccular and fusiform morphology without dissection

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Definitions:

Vertebral Column

The vertebral column, also known as the spine, is a sequence of vertebrae extending from the skull to the lower back, providing structural support and protecting the spinal cord.

Lateral Flexion

The bending of the body to the side, commonly referring to the spine but can apply to other limbs or joints.

Bulbospongiosus

A muscle of the perineum that covers the bulb of the penis in males and contributes to erection, ejaculation, and the sensation of orgasm, while in females, it aids in clitoral erection and the closing of the vagina.

Ischiocavernosus

A muscle situated at the base of the penis or clitoris that plays a role in sexual function by helping to maintain an erection by compressing the outflow veins.