Due to the sudden rupture of the aortic wall, aortic dissection is a life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical attention, as it can lead to vascular collapse. Individuals with ...
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An aortic dissection happens when the inner layer of your aorta tears. Blood spills between the inner and outer walls of the artery instead of following the normal path. That pressure can split the ...