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I was diagnosed very recently that my aorta was enlaged
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Remember you are referencing two measurements taken by two different methods, read by different people, you would be surprised how much measurements vary. More than likely your dilation has not grown by .5. That is why it is so important to establish a baseline and get periodical measurements done in a consistent manner to determine a more accurate growth rate. Again, an aortic disease specialist would recommend the most accurate method and establish the frequency of follow ups.
I know it is hard not to think about this, and get anxious about the info you have, but the right Dr would give you the best answers
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I finally got into see an experience cardiologist Monday 19th. Got an echo done that day results back showing 4.0 cm. But my CT scan done in the hospital in February 2025 showed 4.5 cm ascending aorta. Now I have to wait a month until l can get scheduled for another CT scan. He doesn't feel it's urgent. The nurse l spoke to said the CT scan number was more reliable.
At the rate it's growing l hope nothing will happen until l can get checked again June 19 it's kind of scary not knowing. Any advice I'm really stressing over this.
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100% agree with this post! Echo’s and CT scans can sometimes be a bit like comparing apples and oranges. Are you being treated at a high volume aortic specialty center?