Aortic Dissection : Symptoms
Symptoms of Aortic Dissection
Location of Pain:
- Chest pain
- Back pain
- Flank pain
- Abdominal pain
- Leg pain
Quality of Pain
- Pain that is tearing or sharp
- Abrupt onset of pain
- Pain that migrates or radiates
Neurological Deficits
- Coma/Altered consciousness
- Paralysis
- Extremity numbness
- Difficulty with speaking or slurred speech
Light-headedness/Fainting
Difficulty breathing/shortness of breath
Aortic Dissection section was last modified: October 31, 2008 - 05:25 pm
