Complicated Intramural Hematoma with Medionecrosis of the Aortic Wall

Complicated Intramural Hematoma with Medionecrosis of the Aortic Wall

Abstract Medionecrosis and medial degeneration are rare complications associated with intramural hematomas (IMHs). We present a case of a 69-year-old Asian female with an IMH with medionecrosis and medial degeneration of the aortic wall. The patient underwent successful surgical intervention, and pa...

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Veröffentlicht in:Aorta (Stamford, Conn.) Conn.), 2021-08, Vol.9 (4), p.155-157
Hauptverfasser: Thomas, Rosmi P., Gaughan, Natalie, Anderson, Daniel, Schena, Stefano
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Abstract Medionecrosis and medial degeneration are rare complications associated with intramural hematomas (IMHs). We present a case of a 69-year-old Asian female with an IMH with medionecrosis and medial degeneration of the aortic wall. The patient underwent successful surgical intervention, and pathological findings were significant for cystic medial degeneration of the aortic wall.
ISSN:2325-4637
2325-4637
DOI:10.1055/s-0041-1729849