Ascending aortogram is the most sensitive and precise method for diagnosis. This man presented with anginal pain and hemopericardium three hours prior to his demise. Recognition of this presentation of dissecting aortic aneurysm might have been life saving. The Newsletter is distributed monthly by the Internal Medicine Residency Program. Its purpose is to communicate news important to resident physicians, faculty, and staff.
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