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aortic aneurysm

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Noun1.aortic aneurysm - an aneurysm of the aortaaortic aneurysm - an aneurysm of the aorta            
aneurism, aneurysm - a cardiovascular disease characterized by a saclike widening of an artery resulting from weakening of the artery wall
AAA, abdominal aortic aneurysm - an aneurysm of the abdominal aorta associated with old age and hypertension


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00 Hardcover Contemporary cardiology RD540 Recent developments in the diagnosis and treatment of aortic disease are described in the 28 chapters of this superb resource, with particular attention to the use of endovascular aortic aneurysm repair (EVAR) and stent grafts.
Early detection of aortic aneurysms can prevent sudden death; therefore, patients with a family history of aortic aneurysm or other connective tissue disorders should notify their physician about their risks.
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