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Pregnancy increases the risk of aortic dissection, a life-threatening condition for both mother and fetus. Prompt diagnosis and management are crucial for improving outcomes in this rare but serious complication.

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  • Cardiology
  • Obstetrics
  • Vascular Surgery

Background:

  • Aortic dissection during pregnancy is a rare but critical condition.
  • Connective tissue diseases are associated with increased risk.
  • Absence of known risk factors does not preclude diagnosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the importance of considering aortic dissection in pregnant patients.
  • To emphasize the impact of timely diagnosis and management on prognosis.
  • To discuss the diagnostic challenges posed by pregnancy.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical presentations of aortic dissection in pregnancy.
  • Emphasis on the role of diagnostic imaging.
  • Discussion of management strategies.

Main Results:

  • Clinical presentation can be variable and masked by pregnancy symptoms.
  • Echocardiography and chest CT are reliable and accessible diagnostic tools.
  • Early diagnosis significantly improves maternal and fetal outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Aortic dissection should be considered in pregnant patients presenting with relevant symptoms, regardless of risk factors.
  • Prompt diagnostic imaging is essential.
  • Timely medical and surgical intervention is critical for survival.