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What are peripheral artery aneurysms?<\/h2>\n

An aneurysm is an abnormal dilation of an artery due to a weakness in its wall.<\/p>\n

This weakness can lead to thrombus formation and occlusion of the circulation, causing rupture with very serious bleeding or it can compress adjacent structures or tissues.<\/p>\n

Risk factors<\/h2>\n

This type of aneurysm is generally genetic.
\nThey occur mainly in leg arteries such as the femoral and popliteal.
\nThey are extremely rare and occur more commonly in men than in women.<\/p>\n

Peripheral artery aneurysms symptoms<\/h2>\n

Usually asymptomatic, but can cause pain, weakness, edema, and numbness in the legs. On the other hand, they can cause embolism and occlusion of the circulation to an artery that can lead to color changes in the toes.<\/p>\n

Tobacco is the main cause of the growth of this type of aneurysm.
\nPeripheral artery aneurysms are usually identi\ufb01ed on a good physical examination.
\nSome tests such as duplex and CT angiography can con\ufb01rm its presence.<\/p>\n

Treatment of peripheral artery aneurysms<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]Most of these aneurysms require treatment when they measure over 2 cm.<\/p>\n

At ABC Medical Center\u2019s Cardiovascular Center<\/a>, we can provide you with specialized care. Contact us!<\/p>\n

Fuente:<\/strong>
\nDr. Salom\u00f3n Cohen Mussali<\/a> \u2013 Vascular and Endovascular Surgery specialist at ABC Medical Center.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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