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Medical Conditions - Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

An abdominal aortic aneurysm is an enlargement in the wall of the lower part of the aorta. The aneurysm builds in the blood vessel wall due to increased blood pressure, and it may rupture the blood vessel in the bulged area. Aorta is a major artery, and the abdominal aortic aneurysm rupturing is life thretening. Constant abdominal pain, back pain, pulse in the belly button, etc., indicate the abdominal aortic aneurysm. Treatment includes medical monitoring or surgical placement of a graft over the weakened area to prevent rupture.

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How can a man manage an abdominal aortic aneurysm at age 69?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concerns. Higher blood pressure, COPD, and tobacco use are very important risk factors for rupture.

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Dr. Arvind Guru

Dr. Arvind Guru

General Surgery

What is the recurrence rate of abdominal aortic aneurysms?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I have gone through your ECHO (echocardiogram) images (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity).

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Dr. Dheeraj Kela

General Medicine

I have Marfan's syndrome. Can abdominal ultrasound be used to diagnose AAA?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Marfan's syndrome is a genetic disorder of connective tissue. It can damage the blood vessels, heart, eyes, skin, lungs, and bones.

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Dr. Navajith A. Mani

Dr. Navajith A. Mani

Neurosurgery

What does the celiac branch diameter mean in a abdominal CT?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for the query. Few things: From the reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), the abdominal aorta is the normal diameter.

Answered By
Dr. Muhammad Zohaib

Dr. Muhammad Zohaib

Cardiology

I have an abnormal pressure in my gut with a history of IBS. Please help.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern.

Answered By
Dr. Manisha Raghunath Auradkar

Dr. Manisha Raghunath Auradkar

General Practitioner

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