The incidence and mortality of acute thoracic aortic dissection: results from a whole nation study [AORTIC SURGERY]

CONCLUSIONS The incidence of ATAD was 2.53/100 000/year and remained constant throughout the study, contradicting recent perceptions of a rising incidence. ATAD, type A in particular, remains a highly lethal condition: Over half of all patients die within 30 days of the index event. A reduced 30-day mortality rate and an increased long-term survival rate indicate improved overall outcomes in patients with this complex condition.

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Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - December 19, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Melvinsdottir, I. H., Lund, S. H., Agnarsson, B. A., Sigvaldason, K., Gudbjartsson, T., Geirsson, A. Tags: Cardiac - other, Pericardium AORTIC SURGERY Source Type: research