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A bubble in your bloodstream.
Eloise Kuphal
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∙ 7y agoAorta is the main artery of the body, it is the largest one carrying the most blood. An aneurysm is a weakening of the wall of an artery which results in a bulging. The aneurysm can rupture in which case the person dies quickly from internal bleeding. It needs to be dealt with immediately. Surgical repair of the weakened aorta is necessary, and minimally invasive procedures make repair of this defect easier on the patient. Aortic anurysims can be caused by genetic factors that result in weakened walls of the blood vessel. Atherosclerotic plaques (hardening of the arteries) plays a role in weakening the arteries as well.
Note: Was sad to read Alan Thicke's cause of death was a ruptured aorta🙁
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∙ 13y agoAortic aneurysms are also caused by a breakdown of the muscular middle layer of the artery wall, by high blood pressure, by direct injury to the chest, and although rare, by bacteria that can infect the aorta.
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∙ 10y agoAortic aneurysms may be caused by:
- Atherosclerosis
- Congenital abnormality.
- Aging
- Syphilis, no longer common
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Local injury to the artery
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∙ 13y agoA weakness in the wall of a blood vessel or the heart. It can be hereditary (as in Marfan Syndrome), a congenital deformity, or due to damage to tissue.
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∙ 13y agoA bubble in your bloodstream.
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∙ 13y agochronic hypertension, among others.
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Aortic aneurism ruptures how long do you have?
1 minute
Would the blood pressure rise or fall if a patient suffers an aortic aneurism?
It would rise
Did Einstein die because he was too smart?
No. Its just a ridiculous rumor. Einstein died at age 76 of a ruptured aortic aneurism.
Can a fall cause a abdominal aortic aneurysm?
No, it cannot cause one, but it could potentially cause one to rupture if you have an existing aneurism.
Aortic aneurism ruptures how long do you have to live?
If there is not thing to hold the blood back, you'd have no blood flow to the head or heart in a few minutes.
When a doctor says he removed the TEE during surgery for an aortic aneurism what is the TEE?
Transesophagaelechocardiogram. It images the aorta to find what part has been damaged/affected.
What causes aortic dissection?
Aortic dissection is caused by a deterioration of the inner lining of the aorta.
What lifestyle choices may prevent the development of an aneurysm?
I would like to know the causes of aortic aneurism and if there is something to prevent the disease? thank you
What are the symptoms of aortic dissection?
An aortic dissection usually causes severe pain in the abdomen, back, or chest, depending on the section of the aorta that is affected.
What conditions can aortic regurgitation cause?
Aortic regurgitation occasionally causes shortness of breath during normal activity. In serious cases, it causes the left ventricle of the heart to enlarge and may eventually lead to heart failure.
What is a separating aorta?
"Separating aorta" might refer to an aortic dissection. An aortic dissection is a life-threatening aortic condition in which the inner layer of the aorta is torn. This causes blood to collect in the space between the two layers. This blocks blood flow, causes the tear to enlarge and weakens the outer wall of the aorta, which can lead to this wall rupturing. Medical attention at a center specializing in aortic disease should be sought immediately for suspected aortic dissection.
Can a pulse in the stomach mean your pregnant?
Yes i think so. I cant think of any other time you can get a pulse there. I would suggest you obtain professional medical advice as it could also pertain to other conditions, such as an Abdominal Aortic Aneurism (AAA).
