Aortic aneurysm screening

Aortic aneurysm Microchapters
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Historical Perspective
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Causes
Differentiating aortic aneurysm from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Screening
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Diagnosis
History and Symptoms
Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
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Overview

According to the USPSTF, screening for abdominal aortic aneurysm by ultrasonography is recommended once among patients aged 65 to 75 years who have ever smoked.