Aortic Dissection
Top in cardiology: FDA approval of Brilinta, drop in aortic dissection surgeries
The FDA has recently approved ticagrelor to reduce the risk for myocardial infarction or stroke in high-risk patients with coronary artery disease. It was the top story in cardiology last week.
Drop in type A aortic dissection surgeries during COVID-19 pandemic raises concerns
During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in New York, cases requiring surgical repair of acute type A aortic dissection dropped dramatically in the city, according to a new report.
Part of the Healio Network
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
An abdominal aortic aneurysm occurs when there is focal dilation of the abdominal aorta caused by weakening in the aortic wall. This results in an increased diameter of the aorta over time.
Part of the Healio Network
Aortic Dissection - Ascending
Thoracic aortic dissection occurs when the intima of the aorta becomes compromised and “tears” or “dissects” a new layer that fills with blood between the intima and the media.
Part of the Healio Network
Aortic Dissection - Descending
Thoracic aortic dissection occurs when the intima of the aorta becomes compromised and “tears” or “dissects” a new layer that fills with blood between the intima and the media.