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What is the medical term meaning localized balloon-like enlargement of the artery?
Abdominal aneurysmorrhaphy is the medical term meaning suture of an abdominal aneurysm. A localized balloonlike enlargement of an artery is an aneurysm.
What is a true aneurysm?
A true aneurysm is an expansion of all the the layers of an arterial wall as compared to a pseudoaneurysm which is a dilation of an artery with actual disruption of one or more layers of its walls, rather than with expansion of all wall layers. Also called false aneurysm.
What is a pseudo aneurysm?
A dilation of an http://www.answers.com/topic/artery with actual disruption of one or more layers of its walls, rather than with expansion of all wall layers. Also called false aneurysm.
What is pseudo aneurysm?
A dilation of an http://www.answers.com/topic/artery with actual disruption of one or more layers of its walls, rather than with expansion of all wall layers. Also called false aneurysm.
Why is a burst aneurysm in the vertebral artery system more likely to be deadly than one in the internal carotid artery system?
If you're smart enough to ask a question like this then you're probably smart enough to know that this isn't a reliable source of information.
Is a scar on the back of the knee considered a cicatrix in the popliteal area?
Yes, a scar on the back of the knee could be called a cicatrix in the popliteal area. If you have more than one, it might be cicatrices in the popliteal area.
Can you get an aneurysm in a vein?
Although it is much more likely for the elderly to have an aneurysm than for children to have such an ailment, it is possible.
How can you get brain aneurysm?
You can get brain aneurysm by (family history):people who have a family history of brain aneurysms are more likely to have an aneurysm than those who don't.(Previous aneurysm):people who have had a brain aneurysm are more likely to have another one.(Gender)Women are most likely to develop a brain aneurysm or to suffer a subarachnoid hemorrage.(Race)African americans are more likely than whites to have a subarachnoid hemorrage).
What can aggravate popliteal tendonitis?
popliteal tendonitis is especially irritated by downhill running and overuse. Also over-rotation and hyperextension of the knee can set it up for more inflammation and pain.
Is an ascending aortic aneurysm more dangerous than a descending aortic aneurysm?
No. Both are equally dangerous.
What may occur when the blood vessel going to the brain is blocked?
It is called a cerebral artery occlusion. Symptoms may include weakness, numbness/tingling, difficulty speaking or walking, and many others, depending on the area the artery supplies blood to. If the symptoms last only a short amount of time (a few minutes up to 24 hours) and there is no residual symptoms, it is called a Transient ischemic attack (TIA). If the symptoms are longer lasting and there are residual symptoms, it is called a stroke.
Aneurysm?
DefinitionAn aneurysm is an abnormal widening or ballooning of a portion of an artery due to weakness in the wall of the blood vessel.See also:Abdominal aortic aneurysmCerebral aneurysmThoracic aortic aneurysmCauses, incidence, and risk factorsIt is not clear exactly what causes aneurysms. Some aneurysms are present at birth (congenital). Defects in some of the parts of the artery wall may be responsible.Common locations for aneurysms include:The major artery from the heart (the aorta)The brain (cerebral aneurysm)In the leg behind the knee popliteal artery aneurysm)Intestine (mesenteric artery aneurysm)An artery in the spleen (Splenic artery aneurysm)High blood pressure and high cholesterol may raise your risk of certain types of aneurysms. High blood pressure is thought to play a role in abdominal aortic aneurysms. Atherosclerotic disease (cholesterol buildup in arteries) may also lead to the formation of some aneurysms.Pregnancy is often linked to the formation and rupture of splenic artery aneurysms.SymptomsThe symptoms depend on the location of the aneurysm. If the aneurysm occurs near the body's surface, pain and swelling with a throbbing mass is often seen.Aneurysms within the body or brain often cause no symptoms.If an aneurysm ruptures, low blood pressure, high heart rate, and lightheadedness may occur. The risk of death after a rupture is high.Signs and testsThe health care provider will perform a physical exam.Tests used to diagnose an aneurysm include:CT scanUltrasoundTreatmentSurgery is generally recommended. The type of surgery and when you need it depends on your symptoms and the size and type of aneurysm.Some patients may have endovascular stent repair. A stent is a tiny tube used to prop open a vessel or reinforce it's wall. . This procedure can be done without a major cut, so you recover faster than you would with open surgery. Not all patients with aneurysms are candidates for stenting, however. See: Endovascular embolizationExpectations (prognosis)With successful surgical repair, the outlook is often excellent.ComplicationsThe main complications of aneurysm include:Compression of nearby structures such as nerves, which may lead to weakness and numbness (most common with aneurysms that occur in the artery behind the knee)Infection, can lead to body-wide illness and ruptureRupture, which can cause massive bleeding that may lead to deathMassive bleeding is commonly seen with abdominal aortic aneurysms, mesenteric artery aneurysms, and splenic artery aneurysms.Rupture of brain aneurysms can cause stroke, disability, and death. For more information, see: Cerebral aneurysmCalling your health care providerCall your health care provider for if you develop a lump on your body, whether or not it is painful and throbbing.PreventionControl of high blood pressure may help prevent some aneurysms. Following a healthy diet, getting regular exercise, and keeping your cholesterol at a healthy level may also help prevent aneurysms or their complications.ReferencesIsselbacher EM. Diseases of the aorta. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 78.Zivin JA. Hemorrhagic cerebrovascular disease. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 432.Hauser SC. Vascular diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 146.
