[Modern treatment of type B dissections]

L. Klitfod, N. Baekgaard, S. Just, P. Skott, Leif Pandora Jensen

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Abstract

Rapid classification is essential in the management of aortic dissections, as Type A dissections require surgery, while the optimal treatment of Type B dissections is controversial. Medical treatment with antihypertensive medication and analgesics has so far been the main treatment of uncomplicated Type B dissections, while surgery has been reserved for complications and persistent pain in spite of medical treatment. Endovascular techniques are less invasive than open repair and show promising early results
Udgivelsesdato: 2008/9/8
OriginalsprogDansk
TidsskriftUgeskrift for læger
Vol/bind170
Udgave nummer37
Sider (fra-til)2858-2863
Antal sider5
ISSN0041-5782
StatusUdgivet - 2008

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