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An atheromatous aortic knob refers to the aorta appearing as though it has thickened. The thickening is usually because of fatty and calcium deposits.

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An atheromatous aortic knob refers to the aorta appearing as though it has thickened. The thickening is usually because of fatty and calcium deposits.


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