Spontaneous aortic dissection and rupture in a patient with neurofibromatosis.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Vascular involvement in neurofibromatosis type I is a well-recognized but rare feature of the disease. This case report is the first such describing acute aortic dissection and rupture in a patient who also had incidental aneurysms of his carotid and iliac arteries. A review of the literature about pathogenesis and management strategies is also presented.
Medical subject headings
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal
- Neurofibromatosis 1