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An abdominal aortic aneurysm is an abnormal dilation of the aorta that can be life-threatening if not detected in time.<\/p>\n

What Is an Abdominal Aortic Aortic Aneurysm?<\/h2>\n

Aneurysms are abnormal dilations of a blood vessel caused by the weakening or degeneration of one of its structural layers.<\/p>\n

Aneurysms occur most commonly in the abdominal aorta\u2014the primary artery that carries blood to the pelvic limbs\u2014though they can essentially form in any other blood vessel.<\/p>\n

While official statistics are not available for our country, nearly 200,000 people are diagnosed with abdominal aortic aneurysms each year in the United States.<\/p>\n

Diagnosing and recognizing this condition is critical because its complications can be fatal. In the United States, a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm is the 10th leading cause of death in men over the age of 55.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, direct relatives of patients with aneurysms have up to a 25% chance of developing this condition themselves.<\/p>\n

Symptoms of an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm<\/h2>\n

Most aneurysms are asymptomatic and are typically discovered incidentally when patients undergo medical evaluations for other conditions, such as a routine abdominal ultrasound.<\/p>\n

However, a patient experiencing sudden, severe abdominal pain accompanied by back pain must seek immediate medical attention, as these symptoms can indicate a ruptured aortic aneurysm.<\/p>\n

Risk Factors for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm<\/h2>\n

Inflammatory processes can weaken the aortic wall.<\/p>\n

The following factors are strongly associated with the formation of an abdominal aortic aneurysm:<\/p>\n

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• Being over 60 years of age<\/li>\n
• A family history of atherosclerosis<\/li>\n
• Systemic arterial hypertension (high blood pressure)<\/li>\n
• Elevated cholesterol levels<\/li>\n
• Peripheral vascular disease<\/li>\n
• Tobacco use<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  Diagnosis and Treatment<\/h2>\n

  Diagnosis is typically performed through an abdominal ultrasound or a CT angiography (CTA).<\/p>\n

  It is essential to consult a vascular surgeon if you are affected by this condition.<\/p>\n

  Treatments for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  Treatment depends on the size of the aneurysm. Small aneurysms are generally monitored because the risk of rupture is very low. However, aneurysms that measure over 5 or 5.5 centimeters in diameter must be treated.<\/p>\n

  Currently, there are two treatment options available:<\/p>\n

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  • Open Surgery: The diseased segment is replaced with a synthetic graft.<\/li>\n
  • Endovascular Surgery: Currently much more common, this minimally invasive procedure excludes the aneurysm through small incisions in the groin area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    These procedures allow patients to achieve a faster and more efficient recovery.<\/p>\n

    At the Vascular, Arterial, and Venous Disease Department at Centro M\u00e9dico ABC, we offer specialized care. Contact us today!<\/p>\n

    Fuentes:<\/strong>
    \nDr. Salom\u00f3n Cohen Mussali<\/a> \u2013 M\u00e9dico especialista en Cirug\u00eda Vascular y Endovascular del Centro M\u00e9dico ABC.
    \nMedilinePlus<\/a>, Stanford Medicine<\/a>
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