Ischemic Stroke as a Form of Presentation of Aortic Dissection: A Case Report

Abstract

Aortic dissection is a rare condition with a high mortality rate, the clinical manifestations of which depend on the involvement of aortic branches. We describe the case of a male patient with neurological deficits accompanied by dorsal-lumbar pain and exuberant sympathetic hyperactivity, diagnosed with ascending and descending aorta dissection, initially managed in the prehospital setting. This case reinforces the importance of maintaining high levels of suspicion for rare causes of cerebrovascular accidents.