Question 1

can aortic dissection be inherited?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If associated with inheritable collagen diseases.  However, it is usually related to elevated blood pressure.

Question 2

possible aortic dissection in teen?

Accepted Answer

Sure: Typically in the young if a dissection is considered it is related to trauma or a congenital connective tissue disease such as ehler's danlos or marfans.

Question 3

how do you cope with type b aortic dissection?

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Blood pressure : 90% of type b dissection are managed medically with blood pressure control in the acute phase. In cases of rupture, decrease perfusion to organs like intestines kidneys or legs the patient will need surgery or stenting. In chronic cases you need follow up ct scan to assess the aorta for aneurysmal degeneration.

Question 4

how common is aortic dissection in a 23yo female?

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No common at all: Unless you suffer from a congenital aneurysm (such as of the Sinus of valsalva), Marfan's Syndrome, and/or have certain rheumatologic conditions that cause laxity and/or change in composition of vessel wall. Tobacco use is not good for lining of any vessels either.

Question 5

what are the signs of having an aortic dissection?

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Pain: The overwhelming symptom is of pain, whether the back or chest. If is of a severe, sharp nature.  Otherwise, symptoms related to reduced blood flow can ensue such as a faint pulse, rapid heart rate.

Question 6

how is an aortic dissection diagnosed or ruled out?

Accepted Answer

Imaging study: Either identifying or ruling out aortic dissection requires an advanced imaging study. Most commonly this is a ct scan with contrast. A chest x-ray is not adequate to rule out aortic dissection in almost all cases.

Question 7

i had a aortic dissection. could i survive another?

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Possibly: Aortic dissections are incredibly complex conditions. Your long-term prognosis would be based on many factors. Normally, the complications of  dissection would in the short-term involve blood flow to your major organs. In the long-term complications include aneurysm formation. Please contact a vascular specialist for further information.

Question 8

what are the odds of surviving an aortic dissection?

Accepted Answer

50%-70: Depends on where it is, how soon you get treatment
prevention is best! 
no smoking
blood pressure control.

Question 9

how do i know if i have a possible aortic dissection?

Accepted Answer

Severe chest pain: Aortic dissection is heralded by severe chest pain, often radiating from the front of the chest through the chest and into the back, often described as "tearing" or "ripping".  If you suspect it, it's a medical emergency and every minute counts. It would be quite rare in your age group unless you have marfan's syndrome.

Question 10

can i get aortic dissection without being hospitalized?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Most are spontaneous and occur out side of the hospital.  Severe pain is common usually in the back and chest. Going to the hospital is mandatory.

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