Health Dictionary
Reliable, easy-to-read patient information on common medical conditions — written in plain language, free of jargon, and grounded in current evidence. Browse the most frequent diagnoses, understand what they mean for everyday life, and learn which steps and questions help you have a focused conversation with your doctor.
False lumen
Introduction
Overview
Overview
A false lumen is a channel or passageway that is not normally present that forms within the wall of an artery in a disease state such as aortic dissection.
References
References
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]