Huge Aortic Dissection Discovered by Point of Care Ultrasonography (POCUS): A Case Report

Background The aorta is the body’s largest blood vessel, and its primary function is to carry oxygen and blood from the left ventricle to other body organs. Anatomically, the aorta is divided into four parts: the ascending aorta, the aortic arch, the descending thoracic aorta, and finally, the abdominal aorta (1). The worldwide incidence rate estimate of Acute aortic dissection (AAD) was found to be 4.8 per 100,000 individuals/year (2). Aortic dissection is a life-threatening condition, often presenting with chest pain. However, atypical presentations, including abdominal pain, may occur. In this case report of a 51-year-old male patient, we will show the important role of using Point of care ultrasonography (POCUS) as a part of clinical examination in unstable patients with atypical presentations in the Emergency department.