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Aortic dissection explanation video. Aortic dissection ( AD) occurs when an injury to the innermost layer of the aorta allows blood to flow between the layers of the aortic wall, forcing the layers apart. [3] . In most cases, this is associated with a sudden onset of severe chest or back pain, often described as "tearing" in character.
- Depends on the type
- Sudden
An aortic aneurysm is an enlargement (dilatation) of the aorta to greater than 1.5 times normal size. [1] They usually cause no symptoms except when ruptured. [2] Occasionally, there may be abdominal, back, or leg pain. [3] The prevalence of abdominal aortic aneurysm ("AAA") has been reported to range from 2 to 12% and is found in about 8% of ...
- abdominal pain and back pain
- ultrasound
Aortic valve replacement is a procedure whereby the failing aortic valve of a patient's heart is replaced with an artificial heart valve. The aortic valve may need to be replaced because: The valve is leaky ( aortic insufficiency, also known as aortic regurgitation) The valve is narrowed and doesn't open fully ( aortic stenosis)
Clinical significance. Aortic valve repair. Aortic valve replacement. Endocarditis. Evaluation. Additional images. References. External links. Aortic valve. The aortic valve is a valve in the heart of humans and most other animals, located between the left ventricle and the aorta.
