A rare presentation of triple-barrel aortic dissection in a Ghanaian male
Nana Adjoa M Coleman1, Aba A Folson2, Mawufemor A Bekui1
1Department of Internal Medicine Ho Teaching Hospital Ho Ghana.
Insights
Acute aortic dissection can rarely become chronic and multi-lumened. Early clinical evaluation and diagnostic tools in acute settings are crucial to prevent misdiagnosis and complications, especially in resource-limited areas.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Vascular Surgery
Background:
- Acute aortic dissection (AAD) is a life-threatening condition.
- Rarely, AAD can evolve into a chronic, multi-lumened state.
- Delayed diagnosis increases morbidity and mortality.
Abstract:
Acute aortic dissection in unusual/rare circumstances may become chronic and multi lumen. A high clinical acumen, examination and investigations in the acute setting, may help reduce late/misdiagnosis and complications in low resource settings.
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