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21 Απρ 2023 · An aortic aneurysm occurs when a weak spot in the wall of the aorta begins to bulge, as shown in the image on the left. An aneurysm can occur anywhere in the aorta. Having an aortic aneurysm increases the risk of a tear in the aortic lining, called a dissection.
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25 Απρ 2023 · Aortic aneurysms can develop anywhere in the body's main artery, called the aorta. The aorta runs from the heart through the chest and belly area. When an aneurysm occurs in the chest, it's called a thoracic aortic aneurysm.
20 Απρ 2023 · The body's main artery, called the aorta (aortic aneurysm). The part of the aorta that passes through the belly area (abdominal aortic aneurysm). The part of the aorta that passes through the chest (thoracic aortic aneurysm). Blood vessels that send blood to the brain (brain aneurysm).
Aneurysms are abnormal dilations of arteries caused by weakening of the arterial wall. Common causes include hypertension, atherosclerosis, infection, trauma, systemic rheumatic diseases, and connective tissue disorders (eg, Marfan syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome).
11 Ιουν 2022 · An aortic aneurysm is a bulge in the wall of your aorta, the main artery from your heart. Aortic aneurysms form in a weak area in your artery wall. They may rupture (burst) or split (dissect), which can cause life-threatening internal bleeding or block the flow of blood from your heart to various organs.
30 Ιαν 2024 · An aneurysm occurs when part of an artery wall weakens, allowing it to abnormally balloon out or widen. The causes of aneurysms are sometimes unknown. Some people are born with them. They can also be hereditary. Aortic disease or an injury may also cause an aneurysm.
An aneurysm is a blood vessel dilation, where the artery or vein swells to an abnormal size. “As a fully developed adult, your aorta – the main artery in your body – measures about 1.5–2cm in diameter,” explains Rachel Bell, Consultant Vascular Surgeon and clinical lead for vascular surgery at Guy’s and St Thomas’ hospitals in London.
