Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a common and deadly problem. The aortic diameter increases in association with a complex remodeling process that includes changes in the structure and content of ...

This bulge in the aorta is called an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). An aneurysm is a bulge or balloon that forms in the wall of a blood vessel. An aneurysm is most commonly a result of an ...

About three-quarters of all aortic aneurysms occur in the center of the body, below the kidneys. Known as abdominal aortic ...

As the aortic wall weakens, there is a risk of the wall tearing or dissecting. Individuals with descending thoracic or abdominal aortic aneurysms usually do not have symptoms. Aneurysms are commonly ...

Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is one of the most common vascular diseases. In this issue of the Deutsche Ärzteblatt, two articles are dedicated to the currently most pressing aspects of AAA.

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Men over the age of 65 who have smoked at any point in their lives have a higher risk of developing ...

Atherosclerotic plaques are a feature of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs). Atherosclerosis and AAA appear to share similar risk factors. These observations have led to the conclusion that AAAs ...

This is further classified as IIIa which is confined to the thoracic aorta and IIIb which extends to the abdominal aorta. When the intima becomes compromised, a tear can occur leading to ...