Does High Blood Pressure Cause Coarctation?

High blood pressure is the most common long-term complication of coarctation of the aorta.

What is the cause of coarctation?

What causes coarctation of the aorta? Coarctation of the aorta may be due to improper development of the aorta in the first eight weeks of fetal growth. Congenital heart defects, like coarctation of the aorta, usually occur by chance, with no clear reason for their development.

What is the main symptom of coarctation of the aorta?

Symptoms can vary from mild to more severe. They may include trouble breathing, poor weight gain, poor feeding, and pale skin. If not treated, it can lead to coronary artery disease, kidneys not working well, high blood pressure in the upper body and low blood pressure in the lower body, and even death.