Delayed repair of acute type A aortic dissection in a patient with gastrointestinal bleeding and pulse deficit.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Acute type A aortic dissections are considered surgical emergencies because these patients are at risk for life-threatening complications. Patients who present with significant neurologic and other end-organ malperfusion may benefit from a more conservative approach. We present a patient with type A aortic dissection and concomitant mesenteric and limb ischemia.
Medical subject headings
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
- Ischemia
- Pulse