Aortic Dissection Flashcards
1
Q
Risks for Aortic Dissection
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Age
Male
Smoke
Lifestyle factors
High Cholesterol
Ehler Danlos
Marfans
1
Q
Symptoms of Aortic Dissection
A
Severe ripping chest/backl pain
Difference in BP between arms
Radial pulse difference
Diastolic Murmur
Collapse
2
Q
Diagnosing Aortic Dissection
A
Ultrasound
CT Angiogram
MRI Angiogram
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