title: [Dissection of the aorta following cardiac surgery].
abstract: With the growing number of cardiopulmonary by-pass operations, ascending aortodissection, as a complication of surgery, is increasing. The clinical picture is somewhat complex; five typical cases are described. With early diagnosis and correct treatment, survival is possible even when the prognosis is not good. This complication is best avoided by prevention at the time of surgery.
mesh_terms: D001013:Aorta, Thoracic; D001019:Aortic Rupture / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology* / Q000517:prevention & control; D001026:Coronary Artery Bypass / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology; D011859:Radiography
vernacular_title: Dissection de l'aorte après chirurgie cardiaque.