Vertebral Artery Dissection

📧 EM Note Newsletter https://forms.gle/8boToiKDXVE3V8U19 Signup to get free weekly PDF via email. PS: Please join our membership for more perks (members can request for specific PDF file by posting in the EM Note YouTube Membership section). Homepage: EMNote.org ■ 🚩Membership: https://tinyurl.com/joinemnote 🚩ACLS Lecture: https://tinyurl.com/emnoteacls Vertebral artery dissection (VAD) is a serious vascular condition where a tear in the artery wall can lead to stroke or hemorrhage. The text explains that this injury often occurs in younger patients due to neck trauma, sudden movement, or underlying health issues. Medical professionals use advanced imaging like CTA or MRI to identify the hallmark internal bleeding and vessel narrowing associated with the condition. Treatment strategies focus on preventing blood clots through a careful selection of antiplatelet or anticoagulation drugs based on the patient's specific risks. Accompanying visual aids illustrate the high-stakes environment of a hospital where medical teams work quickly to stabilize and treat those affected by this arterial damage. This collective information serves as a clinical guide for recognizing and managing a potentially life-threatening emergency.