Repair of acute type A aortic dissection associated with temporal arteritis.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
The most common predisposing factor for aortic dissection is hypertension. Dissection is also seen in primary aortic diseases, including those that involve aortic inflammation. We report a case of successful repair of an acute type A aortic dissection in a patient with a history of temporal arteritis and pathologic evidence of giant cell aortitis. The literature concerning the association of aortic dissection and temporal arteritis is reviewed.
Medical subject headings
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm, Thoracic
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Vascular Surgical Procedures