Aortic Dissection: When Arteries Tear | Tulsa News

Tulsa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 13, 2026 · 1m

Senator Lindsey Graham’s sudden passing has been linked to an aortic dissection — a catastrophic tear in the body’s main artery, likened to a highway collapse causing instant, life-threatening blood flow failure. Often rooted in hardened arteries from high blood pressure, cholesterol, or smoking, this condition can strike even younger people with genetic predispositions. Symptoms include excruciating chest or back pain, sudden loss of consciousness, or stroke-like symptoms — a true medical emergency demanding immediate intervention. Survival hinges on rapid treatment, as doctors race to…