Classification of aoic dissection depends upon?
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Level of aoa affectedClassification of Aoic dissectiono The risk and nature of serious complications of dissection depend strongly on the level of aoa affected, with the most serious complications occuring from the aoic valve to the arch.o Thus aoic dissections are generally classified into two types -1. Proximal lesion (Type A)o More common and more dangerous.o Involve either the ascending poion only or both ascending and the descending poion of aoa.2. Distal lesion (Type B)o Involve only discending pa distal to subclan aery.
Cause of dissection
Level of aoa affected
Percentage of aoa affected
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