Understanding Aortic Pathology and Classification

This podcast episode provides an overview of chest CT and geography for acute aortic pathologic conditions. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding the histology of the aorta and the three primary layers: intima, media, and adventitia. It also discusses the Stanford classification for aortic dissection, highlighting the differences between type A and type B dissections. Additionally, the episode explores the logistics of CT angiogram acquisitions, including the use of non-contrast imaging and contrast-enhanced scans with various triggering methods.