A member asked:

What is the risk of rupture of my abdominal aneurysm that measured 13 x 8.8 x 7.7 on scan?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

HIgh: I hope the individual with this has already been treated or is about to be treated either by open surgery or with a "stented graft". Aneuryms of the aorta tend to have 2 "growth" phases - the first is very slow, the second rapid. Typically, the risk of rupture is determined by the largest diameter - either transverse or ap ( anterior to posterior ) which is either 13 or 8.8 !

Answered 12/8/2014

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Dr. Michael Korona answered

Specializes in Radiology - Interventional

Significant: Need to see doctor to be treated. High risk for rupture.

Answered 9/28/2016

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