Characteristics of the Guidelines Source These guidelines (Table) were developed and
funded by the ACC and AHA. The writing committee consisted of experts in cardiology …

Aortic pathologies such as aneurysm, dissection and trauma are relatively common and
potentially fatal diseases. Over the past two decades, we have experienced unprecedented …

Gourlay and colleagues amplify an important feature of the practice guidelines. These
guidelines are not laws, they are guidelines. Perhaps the most important part of the …

Summary of the Clinical Problem ATAAD and TBAD (involving the ascending and
descending aorta, respectively) are associated with high morbidity and mortality. Patients …

Acute type A aortic dissection is a lethal condition requiring emergency surgery. It has
diverse presentations, and the diagnosis can be missed or delayed. Once diagnosed …

Complications from aortic disease (such as aortic dissection and aortic rupture) are often
catastrophic, resulting in increased morbidity and mortality. 1 The complexity of treating …

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In general, the classification of these entities is based on their anatomic location and
duration of symptoms. Patients are considered to be in the acute phase if symptoms have …

Drs. Kim Eagle, Christophe Nienaber, and Eric Isselbacher, represented a brilliant brainchild
that has contributed immensely to the advancement of care in management of aortic …

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