Abdominal aortic aneurysm natural history
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Overview
An aortic aneurysm can progress to a ruptured aortic aneurysm, and this is a medical emergency with less that 40% of patients surviving it. Serious complications can occur due to an aortic dissection, which include: myocardial infarction, shock, stroke, kidney faiure, and arterial emboli.
Complications
When an abdominal aortic aneurysm ruptures, it is a true medical emergency. Aortic dissection occurs when the innermost lining of the artery tears and blood leaks into the wall of the artery. This most commonly occurs in the aorta within the chest. Complications include:
Prognosis
The outcome is usually good if an experienced surgeon repairs the aneurysm before it ruptures. However, less than 40% of patients survive a ruptured abdominal aneurysm.