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  1. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: Symptoms & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic

    An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a bulge in the part of your aorta that runs through your belly. It usually causes no symptoms, but some people have deep pain in their lower backs or a pulsing …

  2. Abdominal aortic aneurysm - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

    Apr 3, 2025 · An abdominal aortic aneurysm is an enlarged area in the lower part of the body's main artery, called the aorta. The aorta goes from the heart through the center of the chest and belly area, …

  3. Abdominal aortic aneurysm | Radiology Reference Article | Radiopaedia.org

    Dec 8, 2025 · Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) are focal dilatations of the abdominal aorta measuring 50% greater than the proximal normal segment or >3 cm in maximum diameter.

  4. Overview of abdominal aortic aneurysm - UpToDate

    May 14, 2025 · The definition of AAA and aortic anatomy will be reviewed here, together with an overview of the epidemiology, risk factors, pathogenesis, natural history, screening, clinical features, …

  5. Abdominal aortic aneurysm: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia

    The aorta is the main blood vessel that supplies blood to the abdomen, pelvis, and legs. An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) occurs when an area of the aorta in the abdomen becomes very large or …

  6. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm - Society for Vascular Surgery

    An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) happens when the wall of the aorta weakens over time and begins to bulge like a balloon. If left untreated, an AAA may get bigger and eventually rupture, causing …

  7. Abdominal aortic aneurysm - Wikipedia

    Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a localized enlargement of the abdominal aorta such that the diameter is greater than 3 cm or more than 50% larger than normal. [1] An AAA usually causes no …

  8. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (AAA) - The Merck Manuals

    May 26, 2017 · Abdominal aortic diameter ≥ 3 cm constitutes an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). AAAs typically enlarge at a rate of 10%/year, but some enlarge exponentially; about 20% remain the …

  9. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA): Causes, Warning Signs ... - MedicineNet

    An abdominal aortic aneurysm is an aneurysm (blood vessel rupture) in the part of the aorta that passes through the belly (abdomen). Learn about causes, symptoms, surgical and non-surgical treatments …

  10. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm - Massachusetts General Hospital

    Detailed information on abdominal aortic aneurysm, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Offering sophisticated, accurate diagnosis and leading-edge treatments for patients with …