A tear in the inner layer of the AORTA leading to interstitial HEMORRHAGE, and splitting (dissecting) of the aortic TUNICA MEDIA layer. It typically begins with a tear in the TUNICA INTIMA layer.
Also Known As:
Aneurysm Aorta, Dissecting; Aneurysm, Aortic Dissecting; Aorta, Dissecting Aneurysm; Aortic Dissecting Aneurysms; Aortic Dissections; Dissecting Aneurysm Aortas; Dissecting Aneurysm, Aortic; Dissecting Aneurysms; Dissection, Aortic; Aneurysm, Dissecting; Aortic Dissecting Aneurysm; Dissecting Aneurysm; Dissecting Aneurysm Aorta