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An aortic aneurysm comes from an inflammation of the main artery in the abdomen called aorta. The aorta carries blood from the heart to the internal organs and legs, and is usually about 2.5 cm (1 inch) in diameter.
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∙ 13y agoAneurysms can commonly occur in arteries at the base of the brain and an aortic aneurysm occurs in the main artery carrying blood from the left ventricle of the heart.
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What is tortuous aortic arch?
It is an aortic arch with an aneurysm.
Is an ascending aortic aneurysm more dangerous than a descending aortic aneurysm?
No. Both are equally dangerous.
What is aortic dilation?
Aortic dilation is the widening of the aorta. This widening could be an aortic aneurysm.
What is the purpose of aneurymectomy?
The purpose of aneurysmectomy is to repair an aortic aneurysm that is likely to rupture if left in place. Aneurysmectomy is indicated for an aortic aneurysm that grows to at least 2 in(5 cm) or for an aortic aneurysm of any size that is symptomatic.
How Did Lucy Ball die?
She had a dissecting aortic aneuysm From a dissecting aortic aneurysm
What does the abbreviation AA stand for?
Aortic aneurysm
What is tortuous arch?
It is an aortic arch with an aneurysm.
Can diverticulitis aggravate an aortic aneurysm?
YES
Can you smoke marijuana with Thoracic aortic aneurysm?
no
Can aortic aneurysm be dreadful?
Very often fatal.
How did John A Larson die?
he died of an aortic aneurysm
Abdominal aortic aneurysm largest on record?
largest aortic aneurysim on dreord
