Current management of acute aortic syndrome

Abstract

Acute aortic dissection and intramural haematoma are the most common disease entities under the category of 'acute aortic syndromes'. High mortalities and morbidities remain clinical challenges in their management, even in the international arena. Continuous advancement and new evidence about open, endovascular and hybrid interventions offer new insights towards improvements in treatment outcomes. Careful planning and execution of operative management with attention to specific patient characteristics remain the prerequisites for a reduction in mortality and complications.