Type I: Dissection originating in the ascending aorta extending a variable length frequently into the aortic arch and/or descending thoracic aorta Type II: Dissection originating in the ascending ...

An ascending or aortic arch aneurysm refers to ballooning out of the aorta which causes aortic wall weakening. The aortic wall may continue to expand or may remain unchanged, but close surveillance is ...

There are two classification systems used to describe thoracic aortic dissections: The DeBakey classification: Type I: Dissection originating in the ascending aorta extending a variable length ...

They can involve the ascending aorta, aortic arch ... related adverse events and worsens overall prognosis in aortic dissection (AD), highlighting the need for prognostic indicators and ...

In a dissection or rupture ... A thoracic aortic aneurysm involves the ascending aorta, arch, or descending aorta. Aortic aneurysms are the 13th leading cause of death in the United States.

The aorta may continue to further expand (dilate) or remain unchanged, but close surveillance is necessary. As the aortic wall continues to expand, it weakens and with this comes the risk of the wall ...

Aneurysms in the ascending aorta (the section closest to the heart ... who has experienced a rupture of an aneurysm or an ...