Exploring the Aortic Wall Layers and Their Role in Ascending Aortic Aneurysms
Your aorta’s wall has three pivotal layers, which include the intima (inner endothelium), media (elastic middle layer), and adventitia (protective outer sheath). When ascending aortic aneurysms develop, the media’s elastic fibers break down through enzyme overactivity, causing dangerous wall weakening and bulging. While the adventitia provides a final barrier against rupture, genetic factors like Marfan […]