Research Notes on Aortic Dissection
An aortic dissection is a tear in the lining of the aortic wall. It is often fatal. Aortic dissection usually occurs because high blood pressure causes the artery's wall to deteriorate. About 75% of patients are between the age of 40-70. A well known actor, John Ritter, died of this condition.
Top Resources on Aortic Dissection
- American Heart Association: What is Aortic Dissection?
- eMedicine: Dissection, Aortic
- Wikipedia: Aortic Dissection
- A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Aortic Dissection
- Merck Manuals: Aortic Dissection
- Massachusetts General Hospital Thoracic Aorta Center: Aorta Dissection
- Medical News Today: Aortic Dissection: High Survival Seen For Patients With Condition That Killed John Ritter
- About.com: Rare Condition Can Be Deadly
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