Sonographic features of carotid artery dissection due to extension of aortic dissection: a case report
Abstract Background Carotid artery dissection due to extension of aortic dissection (CAEAD) is a severe complication of acute aortic dissection. The risk of ischemic stroke is increased. Early sonographic detection and repeat evaluation are necessary to guide clinical management. Case presentation A...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SpringerOpen
2019-12-01
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Series: | The Ultrasound Journal |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13089-019-0147-2 |