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Aortic Dissection

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title: "Aortic Dissection"

Aortic Dissection

Key Facts

Suspect aortic dissection in abrupt, severe chest/back pain, especially with pulse/BP differentials or neurological deficits

Stanford Type A aortic dissection involves the ascending aorta and requires emergency surgery

Overview

This article covers Stanford classification, Clinical features, Management.

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Stanford classification

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Clinical features

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Management

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Sources

  • CC Bible

Related Topics

See also: Approach to Chest Pain, Shock: The Complete Guide