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Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm.

An aneurysm in the section of the aorta that passes through the abdomen, usually below the renal arteries. More common in men over 65 and smokers. Can be treated with open surgical repair or endovascular stent grafting (EVAR).

Definition

What is abdominal aortic aneurysm?

An aneurysm in the section of the aorta that passes through the abdomen, usually below the renal arteries. More common in men over 65 and smokers. Can be treated with open surgical repair or endovascular stent grafting (EVAR).

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