Sudden deaths due to acute aortic wall failure: A 10-year forensic autopsy series

Fatal AAWF is characterized by structural medial degeneration identifiable using SCVP criteria and frequently coexists with hypertensive cardiac remodeling in forensic autopsy findings. Standardized SCVP-based assessment may improve diagnostic consistency in forensic practice. Molecular autopsy, particularly in younger decedents, may further clarify etiopathogenesis and support targeted evaluation.