Thoracic aortic aneurysm

Thoracic aortic aneurysm: Excerpt from Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition)

Signs and Symptoms

Ripping pain extending to neck, back, shoulders, and abdomen; bradycardia; aortic insufficiency; pericardial friction rub; blood pressure differences; neurologic deficits; hoarseness; dysphagia; dyspnea

Treatment (Tx)

Antihypertensives, negative inotropic agents, airway maintenance, opioids for pain, I.V. fluids, blood transfusions, surgery

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Book Source Details

• Book Title: Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition)
• Author(s): Springhouse
• Year of Publication: 2005
• Copyright Details: Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition), Copyright © 2005 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.

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More About This Book: Title: Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition) Authors: Springhouse Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Copyright: 2005 ISBN: 1-58255-370-X

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