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The correct diagnosis was established intraoperatively. In the second patient, TTE and CTA were non-diagnostic, whereas TEE subsequently visualized the localized dissection. Notably, neither patient had significant aortic root dilatation, classic \u201ctearing\u201d chest pain, or features of connective tissue disease.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Localized aortic root dissection presents with atypical symptoms and subtle, potentially confusing imaging features, leading to misdiagnosis or delayed recognition. In patients with severe aortic regurgitation of unclear etiology, this entity should be considered even in the absence of aortic root dilatation or typical tearing chest pain. Comprehensive morphological assessment of the aortic root is crucial. 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