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For what length of time can you have an aortic aneursym before it bursts?
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Aortic aneurysm: If the aneurysm is not large and if the pulse pressure in the vessel is kept controlled, the aneurysm can possibly be stable for many years.
Answered 4/30/2013
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Variable: Location size risk factors- hypertension . Abdominal follow annual ultrasounds. If good risk patient and 5 cm in size have the discussion about intervention/ surgery. If painful, expanding regular get fixed. Over 5.5 and no major life threatening issues most will fix on size alone.
Answered 9/21/2013
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