Although type A dissection is rare, it is the most common type of aortic dissection and occurs mainly in men aged 50 - 65 with high blood pressure, hardening of the arteries, or any other abnormality of the aorta. (sciencedaily.com)
«High hospital admissions for acute aortic dissection coincide with peak flu season.» (sciencedaily.com)
The mortality rate for type A aortic dissection surgery remains high at 19 %, but risk for certain complications such as pneumonia and reoperation are significantly lower. (sciencedaily.com)