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Aortic dissection

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Aortic aneurysm
Aortic aneurysm
Aortic dissection
Aortic dissection
Aortic rupture, chest X-ray
Aortic rupture, chest X-ray
Alternative Names

Aortic aneurysm - dissecting


Prevention

Adequate treatment and control of atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) and high blood pressure may reduce the risk. Take safety precautions to prevent injuries. Many cases are not preventable.


Review Date: 05/27/2006
Reviewed By: Alan Berger, MD, Assistant Professor, Divisions of Cardiology and Epidemiology, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN. Review provided byVeriMed Healthcare Network.

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