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Difference Dissecting Ami Aneurysm Clinical Signs Peripheral Pulses

Front What is the difference between AMI and dissecting aneurysm regarding clinical signs?
Back The difference is:
AMI: Peripheral pulses equal
Dissecting Aneurysm: Blood pressure discrepancy between arms or decrease in femoral or carotid pulse.

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