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Aortic Dissection synonyms
What other names are the Aortic Dissection known by? Synonyms and other terms with which Aortic Dissection is known.
An aortic dissection is a serious medical condition characterized by a tear in the inner layer of the aorta, the largest artery in the body. This tear allows blood to flow between the layers of the aortic wall, creating a false channel known as a dissection. Aortic dissection is a life-threatening emergency that requires immediate medical attention.
There are several synonyms or alternative terms used to describe aortic dissection:
- Aortic tear: This term refers to the actual tear or rupture in the inner layer of the aorta that leads to the dissection.
- Aortic rupture: This term emphasizes the severity of the condition, highlighting the potential for the tear to cause a complete rupture of the aortic wall.
- Aortic dissecting aneurysm: This term combines the concept of aortic dissection with that of an aneurysm, which is an abnormal bulging or ballooning of a blood vessel wall.
- Aortic intramural hematoma: This term describes a variant of aortic dissection where blood accumulates within the layers of the aortic wall without an obvious tear.
- Aortic emergency: This term is used to emphasize the urgent nature of aortic dissection, highlighting the need for immediate medical intervention.
It is important to note that while these terms may be used interchangeably, they all refer to the same condition: a tear in the inner layer of the aorta leading to a dissection. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial in order to prevent complications such as organ damage, stroke, or even death.
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