Type A aortic dissection in patients over the age of seventy in the UK

ConclusionsATAD is a life ‐threatening condition with a high mortality rate if left untreated. Our results show that surgery for ATAD in patients over 70 is feasible with acceptable mortality rates. However, similar to previous studies, rates of stroke in older patients may be higher. The present study supports the notion that age should not be a discriminating factor in operating on patients with TAAD.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research