Glossary/Aortic Disease

Type B Dissection.

An aortic dissection confined to the descending aorta (beyond the left subclavian artery). Often managed initially with blood pressure control and medication. Complicated cases may require TEVAR or open surgical repair.

Definition

What is type b dissection?

An aortic dissection confined to the descending aorta (beyond the left subclavian artery). Often managed initially with blood pressure control and medication. Complicated cases may require TEVAR or open surgical repair.

Related Terms

Related glossary terms.

Aortic Dissection
A tear in the inner layer of the aortic wall that allows blood to flow between the layers, creati...
Type A Dissection
An aortic dissection that involves the ascending aorta, regardless of where the tear originates. ...
TEVAR
Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair. A minimally invasive procedure that uses a stent graft deliv...
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