Aortic Disease Lecture

Question 1

Describe the anatomy of the ascending aorta

Answer 1

Question 2

Describe the anatomy of the aortic arch

Answer 2

Question 3

Describe the anatomy of the descending thoracic aorta

Answer 3

Question 3

Describe the anatomy of the abdominal aorta

Answer 3

Question 4

Define an aneurysm

Answer 4

local or diffuse dilation of an artery with a diameter of at least 50% greater than the normal size of the artery

Question 5

Define aortic dissection

Answer 5

separation of the layers within the aortic wall

Question 6

Describe the layers of the aortic wall

Answer 6

Question 7

Describe the etiology and RF for aortic aneurysm

Answer 7

Question 8

Describe the signs/symptoms of an aortic aneurysm as well as some complications

Answer 8

Question 9

What are the signs/symptoms of an aortic aneurysm rupture

Answer 9

Question 10

Describe the exam findings and testing for aortic aneurysms

Answer 10

Question 11

Describe the screening for aortic aneurysm

Answer 11

Question 12

Describe the monitoring for thoracic aneurysms

Answer 12

Question 13

Describe the monitoring for an abdominal aneurysm

Answer 13

Question 14

Describe the treatment for aortic aneurysm & aneurysm rupture

Answer 14

Question 15

What are the types/classes of aortic dissection

Answer 15

Question 16

Describe the etiology of an aortic dissection

Answer 16

Question 17

Describe the signs/symptoms of aortic dissection

Answer 17

Question 18

Describe the diagnostic exam findings for aortic dissection

Answer 18

ECG normal or mimics MI, bloodwork not specifically helpful but can do CBC, BMP, Cardiac markers, D-Dimer

Question 19

Describe the imaging for aortic dissection

Answer 19

Question 20

Describe the treatment for aortic dissection

Answer 20