Advances in Aortic Dissection: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment
A special issue of Journal of Cardiovascular Development and Disease (ISSN 2308-3425). This special issue belongs to the section "Acquired Cardiovascular Disease".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2026 | Viewed by 404
Editors
Interests: aortic aneurysm; aortic dissection; aortic arch surgery; hybrid repair; organ protection; hereditary aortic diseases; transplantation; basic science
Interests: aortic aneurysm; aortic dissection; aortic arch surgery; hybrid repair; organ protection; minimally invasive cardiac surgery
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Aortic dissection remains one of the most catastrophic cardiovascular emergencies, characterized by a sudden tear in the aortic intima that allows blood to dissect through the vessel wall, often with fatal consequences. Despite remarkable progress in diagnostic imaging, surgical techniques, and medical management over the past few decades, the condition continues to pose significant clinical and scientific challenges.
Recent years have witnessed significant progress in our understanding of this disease. From deeper insights into genetic syndromes and molecular mechanisms, to innovations in imaging enabling earlier and more precise diagnosis, and the rapid evolution of hybrid and endovascular repair to improve outcomes and reduce surgical trauma, the field is undergoing a profound transformation.
This Special Issue is dedicated to compiling these key advances, exploring topics ranging from pathophysiological foundations to cutting-edge management strategies. We hope that by presenting these critical developments, this collection will provide valuable insights for clinicians and researchers alike, ultimately contributing to improved patient outcomes.
Dr. Julia Dumfarth
Guest Editor
Dr. Leonard Pitts
Guest Editor Assistant
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Keywords
- aortic dissection
- aortic aneurysm
- surgery
- hybrid
- endovascular
- organ protection
- malperfusion
- hereditary aortic disease
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