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How fast could an aneurysm grow?

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Dr. Michael Korona answered

Specializes in Radiology - Interventional

Depends: On type and location of aneurysm. Can you add specifics?

Answered 4/8/2013

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Specializes in surgery

Varies: Usually millimeters per year. If more then surgery or intervention needed if other size and risk factors suitable.

Answered 7/5/2013

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Varies: Really depends on location and size. Typically and aortic aneurysm can grow about 1/3 cm per year but that is highly variable. Larger aneurysms grow faster than smaller aneurysms

Answered 7/27/2014

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