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Aortic Dissection: How This Fatal Condition Can Manifest Itself as Heart Disease

July 20, 2010 Leave a Comment

by Joseph V. Lombardi, MD

You probably remember the tragic death of actor John Ritter in 2003.

Recently, his family partnered with the Thoracic Aortic Disease (TAD) Coalition to shed light on the condition that took his life: aortic dissection.…

Posted in: eHealth Connection Tagged: aortic dissection, thoracic aortic disease, vascular surgery

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