Abstract
Background: Acute aortic syndromes comprise a spectrum of diseases including aortic dissection, intramural hematoma, and penetrating atherosclerotic ulcers. Early diagnosis, rapid intervention, and multidisciplinary team care are vital to efficiently manage time-sensitive aortic emergencies, mobilize appropriate resources, and optimize clinical outcomes. Objective: This comprehensive review outlines the multidisciplinary team approach from initial presentation to definitive interventional treatment and post-operative care. Discussion: Acute aortic syndromes can be life-threatening and require prompt diagnosis and aggressive initiation of blood pressure and pain control to prevent subsequent complications. Early time to diagnosis and intervention are associated with improved outcomes. Conclusions: A multidisciplinary team can help promptly diagnose and manage aortic syndromes.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 108-113 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | American Journal of Emergency Medicine |
Volume | 51 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 2022 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Aortic dissection
- Aortic syndromes
- Cardiac surgery
- Vascular surgery
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Emergency Medicine