Types of Aortic Aneurysms
An aortic aneurysm is a swelling or bulge on your aorta that can grow and rupture if it’s not treated. The aorta is largest artery in your body. It has the diameter of a garden hose.
An aneurysm is a small blood filled bulge which develops in an enlarged part of the artery wall. This occurs as a result of uncontrolled high blood pressure. An increased blood flow through the artery puts undue pressure on it which then weakens it over time.
An abdominal aortic aneurysm is an enlarged area in the lower part of the aorta, the major blood vessel that supplies blood to the body. The aorta, about the thickness of a garden hose, runs from your heart through the center of your chest and abdomen.
An abdominal aortic aneurysm is an enlarged area in the lower part of the aorta, the major blood vessel that supplies blood to the body. The aorta, about the thickness of a garden hose, runs from your heart through the center of your chest and abdomen.
Treating an abdominal aortic aneurysm Depending on the size and exact location of the aneurysm, your doctor may perform surgery to repair or remove the damaged tissue. This may be done either with open abdominal surgery or endovascular surgery.