Vascular Flashcards
1
Q
classification system for aortic dissection
A
stanford
A - involves ascending aorta
B- does not involve ascending aorta
2
Q
aortic dissection causes
A
congenital: CTDs, AS, bicuspid aortic valve
Acquired: trauma, HTN, cocaine, pregnancy, syphillis
3
Q
special tests for aortic dissection
A
transthoracic echo or transoesophageal echo or CT
4
Q
where does the carotid artery bifurcate?
A
C4
5
Q
investigating carotid artery disease
A
duplex USS of carotids
6
Q
what is a Marjolin ulcer?
A
A Marjolin ulcer is the rare development of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma ( SCC) in the site of a scar or ulcer
