Abstract:Middle aortic syndrome is a rare form of renovascular disease that may present with severe hypertension during childhood. Narrowing of the abdominal aorta is often associated with narrowing of the renal and/or other visceral arteries and may be secondary to specific genetic syndromes. Following the optimization of blood pressure control, significant aortic narrowing often requires invasive management, including endovascular and surgical intervention. In younger children, endovascular therapy may be attempted i… Show more
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