Aortic dissection Flashcards
1
Q
Clinical features
A
The pain, which is usually;
- sudden
- severe
- and midline
- has a tearing sensation
- situated retrosternally and between the scapulae
It radiates to:
- the abdomen
- flank
- and legs
2
Q
An important diagnostic feature is
A
the inequality in the pulses (e.g. carotid, radial and femoral).
Control of associated hypertension is the basis of treatment
- while emergency surgery may be needed
- esp. for type A aneurysms (arising in ascending aorta).
3
Q
Management
A
Control of associated hypertension is the basis of treatment
- while emergency surgery may be needed
- esp. for type A aneurysms (arising in ascending aorta).
