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• An aortic dissection stems from a tear in the aorta, which results in the bleeding of the walls of the major artery leaving the heart. A very serious condition that often results in death, an aortic dissection is very uncommon.MayoClinic.com: Aortic Dissection An aortic dissection is a medical emergency!

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  1. A MEDICAL EMERGENCY!
  2. Types: 3Massachusetts General Hospital: Aortic Dissection
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  4. More frequent in menMayoClinic.com: Aortic Dissection
  5. Most common cause: High blood pressureAHA: Aortic Dissection
  6. Most common ages: 40-70MedlinePlus: Medical Encyclopedia: Aortic Dissection
  7. Incidence: 2 in 10,000 peopleMedlinePlus: Medical Encyclopedia: Aortic Dissection
  8. Can quickly lead to death
  9. Mortality rate: 90%
  10. 40% of acute cases die immediatelyCTSN: Acute Aortic Dissection

• Symptoms

  • Severe chest pain
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Dry mouth
  • Stroke

• Disclaimer

  The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have an aortic dissection, please consult your doctor.

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