Which of the following diseases can be classified by using Stanford criteria?

Correct option is D

The Stanford classification system is used to categorize aortic dissections based on the location of the tear. Type A involves the ascending aorta, while Type B involves the descending aorta. It is critical for guiding treatment decisions. The other conditions listed have their own diagnostic or classification systems.
Explanation of options: (a) ✘ Transposition of great arteries – A congenital defect classified via echocardiography, not Stanford. (b) ✘ Takayasu arteritis – Classified by angiographic patterns, not the Stanford system. (c) ✘ Brugada syndrome – Diagnosed based on ECG patterns and genetic factors. (d) ✔ Aortic dissection – Classified by Stanford criteria into Type A and Type B.