

Blood Pressure and Aortic Dissections
How does high blood pressure cause Aortic Dissections? High blood pressure can cause an aortic dissection by persistently weakening the walls of the aorta over time, making them more prone to tearing; when a tear occurs, blood can then flow between the layers of the aortic wall, separating them and causing a dissection. Key points about how high blood pressure contributes to aortic dissection: Wall stress: Constant high blood pressure exerts excessive pressure on the aorta's
Shaun Nicosia
3 hours ago1 min read
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Survivor Story
Today we have a Survivor Story from our friends at Aortic Hope of Michael Pace! To find out more about this amazing story just click on the link below! https://www.aortichope.org/post/it-s-survivor-series-replay-saturday-featuring-michael-pace #THINKAORTA #thinkaortathinkfamily
Shaun Nicosia
7 days ago1 min read
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EMS and Aortic Dissection
What EMS need to know about Aortic Dissection. To find out more, click the link below! https://www.hmpgloballearningnetwork.com/site/emsworld/article/1225758/ems-recognition-and-care-aortic-dissection #ThinkAorta #ThinkAortaThinkFamily
Shaun Nicosia
Feb 91 min read
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