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Aortic Dissection : Causes

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Aortic dissection
Aortic dissection most often occurs because of a tear or damage to the inner wall of the aorta. This usually occurs in the thoracic (chest) portion of the artery, but may also occur in the abdominal portion. The aorta has different branches throug...
Source:ADAM
Date:May 12, 2008
Aortic Dissection
Aortic dissection is a rare, but potentially fatal, condition in which blood passes through the inner lining and between the layers of the aorta. The dissecting aorta usually does not burst, but has an abnormal second channel within it.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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