[Imaging diagnosis in acute aortic syndromes].

نویسندگان

  • José Luis Zamorano
  • Leopoldo Pérez de Isla
  • Rosa González
  • Carlos Almería
  • José Luis Rodrigo
چکیده

Acute aortic dissection is a clinical emergency. Its prognosis is related mainly with prompt and accurate diagnosis, as well as rapid treatment. In this paper we review the importance of different imaging techniques in the diagnosis of patients with acute aortic syndrome. Aortic dissection, intramural haematoma, and penetrating aortic ulcer are discussed.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Revista espanola de cardiologia

دوره 56 5  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 2003