Intraoperative echocardiography has been used during ... A significant risk of dissection following aortic-valve replacement (AVR) has been identified by several investigators, particularly ...

Transesophageal echocardiography and MRI can be useful ... is advised when lowering blood pressure during acute ascending aortic dissection since shock can occur from the many possible complications.

Thoracic aortic dissection occurs when the intima of ... modality and has a sensitivity approaching 100%. Transesophageal echocardiography and MRI can be useful as well. Descending aortic ...