Learning Event Support: The Milwaukee Aortic Symposium

Project Description Narrative:

Aortic dissection, where tearing occurs in the inner wall of the aorta (the body’s main artery), is a serious condition with a high mortality rate. For patients suffering from an aortic dissection, efficient prevention, timely recognition, and safe surgery can vastly improve clinical outcomes.

With AHW funding support, the Milwaukee Aortic Symposium will educate attendees on the rapidly evolving surgical techniques for aortic dissection. Presentations will cover topics including developments in type B aortic dissection medical and surgical management, best practices for long-term surveillance protocols after type A aortic dissection, and management of aortic stent graft complications.