Type A Acute Aortic Dissection: Why Does the False Channel Remain Patent After Surgery?

Conclusion:
The frequent postoperative circulating aortic FC can be explained by the persistence of the primary entry tear, the presence of iatrogenic tears, and/or a retrograde filling in the SAVs.

Source: Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - March 5, 2014 Category: Surgery Authors: Bing, F., Rodiere, M., Martinelli, T., Monnin-Bares, V., Chavanon, O., Bach, V., Baguet, J.-P., Ferretti, G. R., Thony, F. Tags: Articles Source Type: research