Aortic dissection is infrequent but a catastrophic disorder. The prevalence of aortic dissection is around 30 cases per 1,000,000 people per year, with a 30% mortality rate. Diagnosis of aortic dissection is usually made using imaging techniques like TEE, MRI, or CT. The treatment depends on the tear's location and severity.
Surgical options include graft replacement and endovascular-stent repair, while less severe cases can be treated with medication, which includes ฮฒ-blockers. To understand aortic dissection better, join Dr. Mohammed Idhrees on 29 th January 2023 at 3:00 PM IST . Session highlights: Acute type A aortic dissection: The most common type with a high mortality rate The management of aortic dissection Various therapeutic strategies for patients with aortic dissection ย Stay tuned!
