Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Ruptured Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
A ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm is rapture in the aorta.
A ruptured aneurysm can cause massive internal bleeding, which is usually fatal. It requires immediate medical treatment.
Symptoms
Low blood pressure
common
Abdominal pain
Severe
Rapidly developing
or Back pain
Severe
Rapidly developing
common
Abdominal mass
Center of abdomen
Pulsating
common
Rapid heart rate
common
Fainting
or Dizziness
common
Pulse measured on arms or legs is weak
Feel like vomiting
or Throwing up
Bruises around belly button or side of abdomen
Risk factors
Smoking
High blood pressure disease
Resistant
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Family history of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Recent chest injury or trauma
or Recent abdominal injury or trauma
Treatment
Repair of an AAA may be done in one of two ways:
1-Open repair. For this surgery, your doctor makes a large incision in the abdomen to expose the aorta. Once he or she has opened the abdomen, a graft can be used to repair the aneurysm.
2-Endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR). This is a minimally invasive option.
Recommended specialist
If you have Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, then a visit to a cardiologist as soon as possible.
Contact a
Cardiologist
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