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Date of Award
Spring 2025
Degree Name
Master of Medical Science (Physician Assistant)
Department
Physician Assistant; College of Health Sciences
First Advisor
Zachary Weik
Abstract
Acute Aortic Dissections (AAD) have historically been a debilitating and morbid diagnosis. With current advancements in medicine, one would think that mortality rates for AAD would be diminished, but this is not the case.1,2 The biggest factor associated with these deaths is the lack of an evidence-based pathway to diagnose and treat AAD.2 As the population increases in age, it is predicted that AAD will become a more common occurrence, and the need for this pathway will be vital.3 Even with current developments, the outcomes for these patients can be improved. With future research in noninvasive surgical techniques and laboratory diagnostics, such as biomarkers used to treat and diagnose this disease, it is anticipated that better interventions can be found to decrease mortality overall.
Recommended Citation
Van Oostrom, Emma, "Pathway to Diagnosing and Managing Acute Aortic Dissection" (2025). Capstone Showcase. 34.
https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/showcase/2025/pa/34
Pathway to Diagnosing and Managing Acute Aortic Dissection
Acute Aortic Dissections (AAD) have historically been a debilitating and morbid diagnosis. With current advancements in medicine, one would think that mortality rates for AAD would be diminished, but this is not the case.1,2 The biggest factor associated with these deaths is the lack of an evidence-based pathway to diagnose and treat AAD.2 As the population increases in age, it is predicted that AAD will become a more common occurrence, and the need for this pathway will be vital.3 Even with current developments, the outcomes for these patients can be improved. With future research in noninvasive surgical techniques and laboratory diagnostics, such as biomarkers used to treat and diagnose this disease, it is anticipated that better interventions can be found to decrease mortality overall.