Abstract:Differentiating acute aortic dissection that develops cerebral ischemic symptoms in stroke practice is very important for avoiding inappropriate IV rt-PA therapy beyond delaying treatment of acute aortic dissection. Although acute aortic dissection with cerebral ischemic symptoms is infrequent, it may exist in patients who are suspected of stroke with neurological symptoms such as unconsciousness and aphasia. Acute aortic dissection can be non-specific and may depend on various symptoms such as where the tear … Show more
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