Does Aortic Dissection Cause Hypovolemic Shock?
Aortic aneurysm - dissecting
Treatment
The goal of treatment is to prevent complications. Hospitalization is required.
Type A aortic dissections require immediate surgery to repair the aorta. Type B aortic dissections may be treated with medication first.
Drugs that lower blood pressure may be prescribed. These drugs may be given through a vein (intravenously). Strong pain relievers are usually needed. Heart medications such as beta-blockers may reduce some of the symptoms.
If the...
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Hypovolemic shock
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Hypovolemic shock is an emergency condition in which severe blood and fluid loss makes the heart unable to pump enough blood to the body. This type... Read more »
Aortic dissection
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Aortic aneurysm - dissectingSymptomsThe symptoms usually begin suddenly, and include severe chest pain. The pain may:Be described as sharp, stabbing,... Read more »
Aortic dissection
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Aortic dissection is a potentially life-threatening condition in which there is bleeding into and along the wall of the aorta, the major artery... Read more »
Aortic dissection
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Abdominal aortic aneurysm
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