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Ct scan indicates mild to moderate arterial vascular plaque within abdominal aorta. should i seek treatment before it worsens.
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This is a common: finding DEPENDING UPON YOUR AGE! Follow the advice of the physician who ordered the scan Hope this is helpful Dr Z
Answered 8/21/2018
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