REBEL EM » Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
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REBEL EM » Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
1y ago
Take Home Points
Consider AAA in patients with acute onset of back or abdominal pain particularly in patients > 50 and in those with a history of hypertension
Consider ruptured AAA in patients (especially those > 50 years of age) with unexplained hypotension, back or abdominal pain
All ruptured AAAs should be considered unstable regardless of vital signs as rapid deterioration is common
A ruptured AAA is 100% fatal without surgical or endovascular intervention. Mobilize your surgical colleagues early
REBEL Core Cast 82.0 – Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
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REBEL EM » Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
1y ago
Take Home Points
Consider ruptured AAA in patients (especially those > 50 years of age) with unexplained hypotension, back or abdominal pain
All ruptured AAAs should be considered unstable regardless of vital signs as rapid deterioration is common
A ruptured AAA is 100% fatal without surgical or endovascular intervention. Mobilize your surgical colleagues early
REBEL Core Cast 49.0 – Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
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Definition: An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is localized dilation (> 3 cm) of the aorta caused by a weakening involving all three l ..read more