Disease of the aorta may result in permanent impairment for an individual. The AMA has developed criteria for determining the severity of this impairment.
Parameters:
(1) symptom severity and progression
(2) status after aortic surgery
Symptom Severity and Progression
Status After Aortic Surgery
Percent Impairment of the Whole Person
asymptomatic during ordinary activities; mild and unlikely to progress
NA
0 – 9%
asymptomatic during ordinary activities; may progress
asymptomatic; low risk for future aortic disease as consequence of surgery
10 – 29%
mild to moderate symptoms despite medication
mild to moderate symptoms; or at risk for recurrence of aortic disease
30 – 49%
moderate to severe symptoms despite medication; interferes with activities of daily living
moderate to severe symptoms; or high risk of recurrence of aortic disease
50 – 100%
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