How is aortic anatomy?

Ascending thoracic aorta, aortic arch, descending thoracic aorta, abdominal aorta Stress of aorta: • The aorta has continuous exposure to high pulsatile pressure and shear stress. • The aorta is more prone to rupture than any other vessel especially with the development of aneurysmal dilatation. Types of aneurysms: • True aneurysm - Saccular - Fusiform • False aneurysm or pseudoaneurym