The Big Bang Theory Cast (Pictured: Kevin Sussman, Simon Helberg and Melissa Rauch) lost Carol Ann Susi, who played the voice of Howard's mother, Mrs. Wolowitz. Now it's up to the writers to decide how her passing will be addressed. Photo: CBS. Itâs been a tough week for the cast and creative minds behind âThe Big Bang Theory.â On Nov. 11, Carol Ann Susi, who provided the perfectly grating voice of Howard Wolowitzâs always off-screen mother, died of cancer at age 62.
All about the Dilated Aorta. A dilated aorta is nothing to sneeze at; it is a serious condition that could result in death if left untreated. In fact, every year more than 10,000 Americans die from problems resulting from a dilated aorta.ymptoms of a Dilated Aorta. Although the vast majority of aneurysms donât present any symptoms until they rupture or lead to other severe problems, aneurysms can present certain signs. Abdominal aneurysms for example, will cause pain in the abdomen or numbness in the leg.
A tortuous aorta is an aorta with a twisted or distorted shape. A tortuous aorta may increase the risk for a variety of conditions or complications, according to the Cleveland Clinic. The aorta is the largest artery in the human body, and distributes freshly oxygenated blood from the heart to the rest of the body. The aorta is divided anatomically into four segments: the ascending aorta, aortic arch, thoracic aorta and abdominal aorta. The ascending aorta originates at the opening of the aortic valve of the heart, and shares a pericardial sheath with the pulmonary trunk.