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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor-In-Chief: Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2]
Synonyms and keywords: leaking aneurysm; aortic rupture; ruptured aneurysm
Overview
Classification
Pathophysiology
Causes
Differentiating Aortic Dissection from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Diagnosis
History and symptoms | Physical examination
Laboratory findings
Electrolyte and biomarker studies | Electrocardiogram | Chest X Ray | MRI | CT | Echocardiography | Other imaging findings
Treatment
Medical therapy | Surgical therapy | Prevention | Follow-up