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Coarctation of the aorta is a birth defect in which a part of the aorta, the tube that carries oxygen-rich blood to the body, is narrower than usual. An estimated incidence of approximately 3 cases per 10000 births has been recorded. Coarctation of the aorta may occur as an isolated defect or in association with various other lesions, most commonly bicuspid aortic valve and ventricular septal defect (VSD). The most common symptoms are Chest pain, head ache, difficulty in breathing, high blood pressure etc.. The cause of coarctation of the aorta is unclear. Coarctation of the aorta is more common in males than in females. Having certain genetic conditions, such as Turner syndrome, also raises the risk of coarctation of the aorta. Complications includes haemorrhage , coronary artery disease , stroke. This condition can be diagnosed by ECG , CT scan .A 17 years old patient admitted in cardiology department in DDHRC with chief complaints of shortness of breath ,k/c/o-CHD. On examination patient was found to be conscious, coherent . ECG showed sinus rhythm , CT aortogram showed coarctation of aorta with bicuspid Av.Intially patient was treated intravenous antibiotic ,anticoagulants ,antiplatelets ,statins and other supplements