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When does hypertensive emergency, if untreated, cause aortic dissection, and ultimately, rupture?
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No timeline: It depends on strength of aortic wall, level and history of hypertension, and many other factors. More commonly, hypertensive emergencies lead to stroke before aortic dissections but it certainly can cause either. I hope this helps!
Answered 5/20/2014
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