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.
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