Aortic Dissection

Question 1

Risk factors for Aortic Dissection

Answer 1

• Elderly
• Male
• Systemic Hypertension
• Pre-existing aortic aneurysm
• Atherosclerosis
• Connective tissue disorders
• High intensity weightlifting
• Cocaine Use

Question 2

Clinical Presentation of Aortic Dissection

Answer 2

• Anterior chest painin ascending aortic dissection
• Posterior ‘tearing’ chest pain in progression distal to left subclavian artery.