Evaluation of a Standardized Protocol for Medical Management of Uncomplicated Acute Type B Aortic Dissection

Abstract

The goal of medical management for uncomplicated acute type B aortic dissection (TBAD) is to prevent expansion of the false lumen and malperfusion syndrome. This is accomplished with antihypertensive agents, but medication selection and titration are typically provider dependent. Given the paucity of data on evidence-based management of this population, we hypothesized that a standardized TBAD medical management protocol would reduce resource utilization and costs, without compromising patient outcomes.