SAQ 712 – Vascular – examination and ECG findings in aortic dissection

A 48-year-old man presents to your ED with abrupt left-sided chest pain radiating to his back and abdomen.

His arrival observations are HR 110/min, BP 150/96 mmHg, RR 24/min, SaO2 98% on room air and temperature 36.5 degrees C. You suspect aortic dissection.

Other than the features already given, list five (5) clinical examination findings that would support aortic dissection.

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List three (3) specific ECG syndromes that may be seen in a patient with aortic dissection.

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List three (3) indications for surgical repair of a Stanford type B aortic dissection.

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