CT evaluation of aortic dissection and other acute aortic syndromes: An update

Acute aortic syndromes consist of dissection, intramural hematoma, penetrating ulcer, and ruptured aneurysm. are considered a clinical emergency with patients presenting severe chest pain. MDCT is as the investigation choice to evaluate classify acute syndromes. Correct diagnosis prompt management imperative reduce mortality morbidity. Hence, imaging departments must have basic understanding their pathophysiology, characteristics, possible complications, this article reviews updates in CT these pitfalls.