A Dissecting Aortic Aneurysm Develops As

question 42

Multiple Choice

A dissecting aortic aneurysm develops as:

• A) a dilation or bulge that develops at one point on the aortic wall.
• B) a thrombus that accumulates at a point in the aortic wall.
• C) a section of the aorta that weakens and dilates in all directions.
• D) a tear in the intimal lining, which allows blood flow between layers of the aortic wall.

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