Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
6000273 Seminars in Vascular Surgery 2014 4 Pages PDF
Abstract

The clinical application of serum biomarkers (d-dimer, C-reactive protein) to predict the natural history of descending thoracic aortic dissection remains elusive. In this review, our current understanding of biomarkers in descending thoracic aortic dissection detection, predicting complications, and aiding in patient management is discussed.

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