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19 Οκτ 2023 · An arterial aneurysm is a swelling of an artery where it becomes 50% larger than it’s normal size. A popliteal aneurysm, is a swelling of the popliteal artery – which is one of the main vessels found in your leg. The popliteal artery is a blood vessel situated behind the knee joint.
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Most leg aneurysms form along the popliteal artery, which runs behind your knee. Aneurysms can put you at risk for blood clots, decreased blood flow, and compression of nearby nerves, as well as critical limb ischemia and loss of limb.
Aneurysms can occur in your heart, abdomen, brain or legs. The location determines the type of aneurysm. Aortic aneurysms are by far the most common. They form in your aorta, your body’s largest artery. Your aorta carries blood out of your heart. Aneurysms that develop in arteries other than your aorta are called peripheral aneurysms.
An aneurysm is a ballooning in a weak spot in an artery wall. Many different things can cause the popliteal artery wall to become weak, including: Atherosclerosis. High blood pressure. Wear and tear of the popliteal artery due to repeat use of the knee joint.
20 Απρ 2023 · Blood vessels that send blood to the brain (brain aneurysm). Blood vessels in other parts of the body, such as the legs, groin or neck (peripheral aneurysm). Some small aneurysms have a low risk of rupture. To determine the risk of an aneurysm rupture, a health care provider considers: Your symptoms. Your medical history. Your family's medical ...
An aneurysm is a bulge (dilation) in the wall of an artery. (See also Aortic Branch Aneurysms and Brain Aneurysms.) Aneurysms may occur in any artery. Aneurysms are most common in the aorta, which is the main artery that carries blood from the heart to the body. The aorta is located in the torso.
A femoral artery aneurysm is a stretched, weak area of an artery in your thigh. This is a rare condition. A surgeon can repair a femoral aneurysm before it breaks.
