An incorrect diagnosis and an unexpected cause of respiratory failure. Issue 6 (June 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Jandrin, Melanie; Breunig, Michael
• Is Part Of: JAAPA. Volume 29:Issue 6(2016)
• Publication Date: 2016-06
• Subjects: thoracic aortic aneurysm -- chronic obstructive pulmonary disease -- dyspnea -- dilation -- dysphagia -- fusiform; Medicine -- Periodicals; Physicians' assistants -- Periodicals; Medicine -- Periodicals; Physician Assistants -- Periodicals; Medicine; Physicians' assistants; Periodicals; 610.7372069
• DOI: 10.1097/01.JAA.0000481399.14217.2c
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0893-7400

Abstract

Abstract : ABSTRACT: Thoracic aortic aneurysms often are asymptomatic or cause nonspecific symptoms such as cough, dyspnea, wheezing, or dysphagia. Acute onset of severe chest, neck, back, or abdominal pain may indicate an aortic rupture or dissection. Early identification and treatment, including optimized medical management and evaluation for surgical intervention, are necessary to improve patient outcomes.