Dissecting Aortic Aneurysm
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When faced with intense, sudden chest or back pain, described as tearing, it is essential to seek urgent medical attention, since it may correspond to a dissecting aortic aneurysm, a serious situation that affects the body's main artery.
A dissecting aortic aneurysm occurs when the wall of the aorta tears and blood leaks between its layers, weakening the artery.
Warning signs:
- Sudden, very strong pain in the chest, back, or abdomen.
- A feeling of faintness, sweating, or difficulty breathing.
Associated factors: long-standing high blood pressure, disorders of the vessels, and history that affects the arterial wall.
Which specialist treats it? It is an emergency evaluated by the emergency physician, the vascular or cardiovascular surgeon, and the angiologist, with support from the radiologist. If these symptoms appear, going immediately to an emergency department is the priority.
Data on 2,655 doctors who treat dissecting aortic aneurysm
Which specialist treats dissecting aortic aneurysm?
Dissecting aortic aneurysm is an emergency evaluated by an emergency medicine physician and treated by a vascular specialist or a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon; a radiologist assists with imaging studies for diagnosis. If you feel sudden, severe chest pain radiating to your back, go to the emergency room immediately. You can find these specialists near you through our directory.
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Doctors specialized in dissecting aortic aneurysm
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Karla Areyda Reyes León
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Frequently asked questions
What is dissecting aortic aneurysm?
When faced with intense, sudden chest or back pain, described as tearing, it is essential to seek urgent medical attention, since it may correspond to a dissecting aortic aneurysm, a serious situation that affects the body's main artery.
Which doctor treats dissecting aortic aneurysm?
Dissecting aortic aneurysm is an emergency evaluated by an emergency medicine physician and treated by a vascular specialist or a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon; a radiologist assists with imaging studies for diagnosis. If you feel sudden, severe chest pain radiating to your back, go to the emergency room immediately. You can find these specialists near you through our directory.