Fate of Intramural Hematoma of the Aorta: CT Evaluation

Abstract

Intramural hematoma itself usually decreases in size. However, the affected aorta can progress to aneurysm or overt aortic dissection. Development of saccular aneurysm from ULPs can be considered an early complication. In cases without ULP, fusiform aneurysm may develop as a late complication. All intramural hematomas need to be followed since it seems to be difficult to predict the exact fate of intramural hematoma from the initial imaging findings.