Non-A, non-B aortic arch dissection with atypical presentation, ambiguous CTA findings, and therapeutic dilemma
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The authors aim to address the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges associated with acute aortic syndrome (AAS) when presented with atypical clinical features and ambiguous imaging findings. They report a case of a 50-year-old woman with subtle CTA abnormalities that led to differing interpretations among specialists, ultimately managed conservatively with serial imaging. This highlights the importance of maintaining a high suspicion for AAS in atypical presentations and the role of multidisciplinary approaches in guiding diagnosis and treatment.
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