Aortic dissection lifestyle modification

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

2010 ACCF/AHA Guideline Recommendations: Employment and Lifestyle in Patients With Thoracic Aortic Disease (DO NOT EDIT)

Class I

"1. For patients with a current thoracic aortic aneurysm or dissection, or previously repaired aortic dissection, employment and lifestyle restrictions are reasonable, including the avoidance of strenuous lifting, pushing, or straining that would require a Valsalva maneuver. (Level of Evidence: C)"