Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2873296 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2014 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
In uncomplicated acute type B aortic dissection, the diameter of the descending aorta and entry in a proximal site were independent prognostic factors for aortic events. Prophylactic TEVAR should be considered for patients with these risk factors.
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Authors
Chikara MD, Genichi MD, PhD, Takeshi MD, PhD, Tatsuhiko MD,