A Fatal Cause of Weakness: Bilateral Lower Extremity Weakness in Aortic Dissection

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Authors

Yasmine Ankouny, Corewell Health East Resident
Gina Ruggirello, Corewell Health East
Adam Vieder, Corewell Health East
Matthew Warpinski, Corewell Health East

Description

Aortic dissection is characterized by the tearing of the aortic wall, creating a false lumen between the intima and media, that can compromise blood flow to vital organs. This tear most commonly occurs in the ascending aorta, specifically in the right lateral wall where shear forces are greater.3Aortic dissection is relatively uncommon and most often presents with severe tearing chest or back pain. Early diagnosis is critical for survival.2,3

The incidence of acute aortic dissection is estimated to be 2.6-3.5 per 100,000 person-years.1

In a study from the International Registry of Acute Aortic Dissection (IRAD), 66% were males with the mean age of 63 years old.2

Publication Date

3-13-2025

Keywords

Aortic dissection

Disciplines

Emergency Medicine

Recommended Citation

Ankouny Y, Ruggirello G, Vieder A, Warpinski M. A Fatal cause of weakness: bilateral lower extremity weakness in aortic dissection. Presented at Corewell Health Hospital Farmington Hills 2025 Alvin Yarrows Research Day; 2025 Mar13; Farmington Hills, MI.

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2025 Alvin Yarrows Research Day at Corewell Health Hospital Farmington Hills, Farmington Hills, MI, March 13, 2025.