The Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery
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J. Thorac. Cardiovasc. Surg. · Nov 2002
Comparative StudyManagement of patients with intramural hematoma involving the ascending aorta.
Although intramural hematoma of the aorta is considered a unique pathologic entity, the management of intramural hematoma involving the ascending aorta (type A) has not been well established. The purpose of this study was to establish the optimal mode of management of type A intramural hematoma. ⋯ We concluded that about 70% of type A intramural hematomas could be managed expectantly, and more than 50% could be treated medically alone.