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Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Overview and Treatment by huimon is a document available to read on EtoBox.
- Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) are bulges or dilations in the aorta that can rupture if left untreated. Risk factors include male sex, smoking, family history, and other vascular diseases. - Screening with ultrasound is recommended for men ages 65-75 who have smoked. Treatment depends on aneurysm size and growth rate, ranging from watchful waiting to open or endovascular surgery. - The goal of treatment is to prevent rupture, which has a high mortality rate. Both open and endovascular surgeries car
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- huimon
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