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How do you get screened for aneurysms?

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Dr. Rafael Lugo answered

Specializes in General Surgery

CT scan: Ct scan is the best modality.

Answered 3/6/2015

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Dr. Samir Gupta answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Ultrasound: Although ct will provide the best detail if an aortic aneurysm needs to be repaired, an ultrasound will show if you have a significant aortic aneurysm without the radiation exposure. Other types of aneurysms brain, visceral arteries are best seen with ct scanning.

Answered 2/6/2014

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Dr. Benjamin Lerner answered

Specializes in Vascular Surgery

Ultrasound: An abdominal aortic aneurysm screening is typically performed with an ultrasound. This is the only aneurysm with a defined screening protocol.

Answered 2/8/2015

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