Diseases of the Aorta

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of aortic aneurysm?

• Connective tissue disease

• Hypertension (HTN)

• Diabetes mellitus

• Trauma

Fill in the Blank

A tear in the AO intimal lining creates a ___ lumen.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are risk factors for aortic dissection?

• Hypertension

• Atherosclerosis

• Pregnancy

• Diabetes

Multiple Select

Which of the following complications can result from aortic dissection?

• Pericardial effusion/tamponade

• Stroke

• Pulmonary embolism

• Severe internal bleeding

Open Ended

What are the signs and symptoms that may indicate an aortic dissection?

Open Ended

What does a pericardial effusion indicate in the presence of AO dissection?

Multiple Select

Which echocardiographic view is best for visualizing the descending aorta (DAO)?

• LAX

• SAX

• 2C

• 5C

Fill in the Blank

What artery is of primary concern in the Marfan patient?

Multiple Choice

With Marfan syndrome, where is the most common location for AO dilatation/dissection?

• Aortic root

• Descending aorta

• Aortic arch

• Abdominal aorta