1st Aortic Disease

Question 1

An aortic aneurysm has two different types what are they?

Answer 1

Saccular

Fusiform

Question 2

What two syndromes are commonly associated with aortic aneurysms?

Answer 2

Marfan’s Syndrome

Ehlers- Danlos Syndrome

Question 3

A sinus of Valsalva aneurysm is most commonly seen in what sinus of the aorta?

Answer 3

Right coronary sinus

Question 4

What view is the best when evaluating a sinus of Valsalva aneurysm?

Answer 4

SAX

Question 5

Marfan’s syndrome and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome are connective tissue disorders that are commonly associated with aortic dilatation. What other form of cardiac abnormality is commonly seen with these patients?

Answer 5

Mitral Valve Prolapse (MVP)

Question 6

In cases of aortic dissection what should be demonstrated in at least one view to confirm the diagnosis?

Answer 6

An intimal flap

Question 7

Name the two classification systems used when describing an aortic dissection

Answer 7

Standford

DeBakey

Question 8

Most dissections originate in what section of the aorta?

Answer 8

Ascending aorta (70%)

Question 9

What is a very common echo finding associated with aortic dissection?

Answer 9

Aortic insufficiency

Question 10

If this is seen on echo in a patient with an aortic dissection it is considered to be a potentially serious finding

Answer 10

Pericardial effusion

Question 11

A patient has an aortic dissection and it is classified as a DeBakey type II. What section of the aorta is dissected

Answer 11

Ascending aorta