Diagnosing and Treating Acute and Chronic Syndromes of the Aortic Organ
Publication Date: February 26, 2024
Last Updated: February 29, 2024
The aortic organ
- It is recommended to view, interpret and treat the aorta in the context of an organ, whereby diagnosis, treatment and surveillance should be approached with this perspective. I, C
Nomenclature and risk stratification
- In patients with aortic dissection, Ishimaru zones are recommended for use as a reporting standard of disease extent. I, C -
- The use of the TEMd classification should be considered in any acute aortic syndrome to determine the type of disease and an initial treatment strategy. IIa, C
- The use of the GERAADAe score should be considered in patients with acute type A aortic dissection undergoing surgery to determine 30-day mortality. IIa, C
Title
Diagnosing and Treating Acute and Chronic Syndromes of the Aortic Organ
Authoring Organization
Society of Thoracic Surgeons