Question 1

when doing ultrasound of the abdominal aorta how high up do u c? to the diafragma or shorter? is it impossible to c higher?

Accepted Answer

To the diaphragm : Usually the sonographer will go from the diaphragm to the aortic bifurcation. If possible then the common iliac arteries. Not usually seen in the distal thoracic aorta

Question 2

how small anerysms can be detected on a ultrasound scan of abdominal aorta? if you have bp 75/115 will it give smaller size than higher bp would?

Accepted Answer

Very small: aneurysms can be seen with ultrasound. Blood pressure plays a role in their formation but not in the ability to see the aneurysm.if your systolic BP is 115 mmHg that is very good. An aneurysm should not expand, under usual setting.they usually don't decrease in size once formed.

Question 3

could u detect an thoracic aneurysm on a ultrasound of abdominal aorta or of heart? or chest xray? or what could u detect regarding aneurysms?

Accepted Answer

Aneurysm: Abdominal aortic ultrasound might detect aneurysm of the thoracic aorta just  before it enters the abdomen, otherwise would not be good to detect thoracic aneurysm.  Echocardiogram can detect thoracic aneurysm. Chest X-ray might detect it if it is large.

Question 4

when u do a echocardiogram, chest xray and ultrasound of abdominal aorta, is it a big possibility to have a aneurysm of aorta? i have strong pulse

Accepted Answer

No: If  your abdominal aorta looks normal on US, there is no abdominal aortic aneurysm.  Echocardiogram can rule out thoracic aneurysm.

Question 5

what does it mean when ultrasound comes back arthrosclerotic aorta?

Accepted Answer

Calcified thick wall: U/s findings show wall to be thickened, with possible calcification.  Diameter of aorta may be narrow with lumen compromise, and sometimes, wall involvement associated with widening of the aorta.   If one is symptomatic with abdominal, buttock, leg complaints, may need further evaluation.

Question 6

ultrasound measured my aorta from over the upper line to over the under line like if u would write the aorta as two lines on paper. so what does mean?

Accepted Answer

Conventions: The American Society of Echocardiography (and likely other countries professional societies as well) has very specific conventions that sonographers use to measure every structure including the aorta. If it's enlarged, the risk of rupture rises with size. If it's normal, the risk of rupture is negligible. If enlarged, it should be followed to determine stability.

Question 7

ultrasound result showed aorta:  artherosclerotic.  what does that mean, and how could it happen?

Accepted Answer

See below: That is cholesterol buildup in your aorta.  It happens with age, suboptimal diet, insufficient exercise, and other medical conditions. The best thing is to change your diet to a healthy one primarily of vegetables, whole grains, beans/legumes, and nuts, reduce sugar and fat intake, cut out processed foods, and cut back on meat and dairy. Also exercise and take recommended medicines.

Question 8

to detect an aorta aneurism,can an ultrasound be enough?if not,can an mri "without contrast material" be accurate enough to detect an aorta aneurism?

Accepted Answer

See below: An ultrasound will detect most abdominal aortic aneurysms if it's technically good (i.e. no overlying bowel gas). The radiologist will generally comment on the quality of the study. An echocardiogram can generally detect a thoracic aortic aneurysm. A CT angiogram can reliably detect either but there is a radiation dose. A non-contrast MRI isn't the test of choice.

Question 9

is fasting needed for the abdominal aorta ultrasound?

Accepted Answer

Yep: You'll need to fast for eight to 12 hours before your abdominal ultrasound. Food and liquids in your stomach and urine in your bladder can make it difficult for the ultrasound technician to get a clear picture of your aorta. Please follow your prep instructions provided by the Radiology facility where your test will be performed.

Question 10

is abdominal proximal aorta ap ultrasound measurement more accurate than tranverse  abdominal proximal aorta ultrasound measurement in men?

Accepted Answer

Check both: Check both and use the largest measurement as the baseline.

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When doing ultrasound of the abdominal aorta how high up do u c? to the diafragma or shorter? is it impossible to c higher?

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How small anerysms can be detected on a ultrasound scan of abdominal aorta? if you have bp 75/115 will it give smaller size than higher bp would?

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Could u detect an thoracic aneurysm on a ultrasound of abdominal aorta or of heart? or chest xray? or what could u detect regarding aneurysms?

A member asked:

When u do a echocardiogram, chest xray and ultrasound of abdominal aorta, is it a big possibility to have a aneurysm of aorta? i have strong pulse

A member asked:

What does it mean when ultrasound comes back arthrosclerotic aorta?

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Ultrasound measured my aorta from over the upper line to over the under line like if u would write the aorta as two lines on paper. so what does mean?

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Ultrasound result showed aorta: artherosclerotic. what does that mean, and how could it happen?

A member asked:

To detect an aorta aneurism,can an ultrasound be enough?if not,can an mri "without contrast material" be accurate enough to detect an aorta aneurism?

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Is fasting needed for the abdominal aorta ultrasound?

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Is abdominal proximal aorta ap ultrasound measurement more accurate than tranverse abdominal proximal aorta ultrasound measurement in men?

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