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If a ct scan determined you have no anuerysm, can you still develop an aneurysm later on?

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Specializes in surgery

Yes: Over many years a vessel can deteriorate. Many are in smokers, age 65 and up is a higher risk category for example. Largest number are in the abdominal aortic section, but some in any area of aorta.

Answered 5/27/2013

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Dr. David Greenfield answered

Specializes in Thoracic Surgery

Yes: Aneurysms become more common with aging.

Answered 1/5/2019

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