Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a swelling or bulge in the aorta. AAAs are usually classified by their size and the speed at which they’re growing. These two factors can help predict the health effects of the aneurysm.
An AAA can be dangerous if it is not spotted early on. It can get bigger over time and could burst (rupture), causing life-threatening bleeding.
Symptoms
Abdominal pain
Around the belly button, Radiates to the back
or Back pain
common
Abdominal mass
Pulsating
Center of abdomen
Pulse measured on arms or legs is weak
Feel like vomiting
or Throwing up
Rapid heart rate
Risk factors
Smoking
High blood pressure disease
Resistant
Recent chest injury or trauma
or Recent abdominal injury or trauma
Family history of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Treatment
The treatment for an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) mostly depends on how big it is. Surgery may be offered if the scans show that a AAA larger than 4cms has grown by more than 1cm over 12 months. Surgery may also be offered if you have symptoms linked to AAA, such as a pulsing sensation in your tummy or tummy pain that does not go away.
You'll also be told about lifestyle changes that can help reduce the risk of an aneurysm getting bigger, such as eating healthily.
Recommended specialist
If you have Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, then a visit to a cardiologist is highly recommended.
Contact a
Cardiologist
Instagram
Facebook
LinkedIn
Youtube
Twitter