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How concerned should i be about an aortic anerysm? i have a 90 degree turn with bulging just before entering heart.

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Depends on the: Size. <5cm not much immediate concern. >5cm requires surgery soon. However make sure you are being followed by a cardio thoracic surgeon.

Answered 11/20/2012

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

Concerned but: Level of concern revolves around severity of aneurysm. Make sure you have serial evaluation with ct or MRI & good control of cholesterol & bp.

Dr Leazzo agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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