Abdominal aortic aneurysm, a weakening and ballooning of the aorta, the largest blood vessel in the body, may result in a life-threatening rupture. In a small, preliminary study examining a potential ...

Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center recently completed Nevada’s first FDA‑approved minimally invasive repair for ...

Using contrast enhanced ultrasound is an effective way of monitoring patients undergoing endovascular repair for abdominal aortic aneurysms without any noninvasive tests, a study published in the ...

Before I explain the surgery, let me back up and tell you what an aortic aneurysm is. Cleveland Clinic explains, “An ...

Aortic aneurysm – the dilation of the aorta – is a serious condition that lacks effective drug treatment. Researchers report however, that a common asthma drug can retard the development of aortic ...

Researchers find genetic clue to identify those at risk for aortic aneurysms. Sept. 14, 2011— -- Professional singer and mother of four Patty Peterson led a busy life in 2007, unaware that a rare ...

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) --A new treatment for a silent killer that's usually found accidentally. 3 On Your Side Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl has more on a newly FDA approved device. Paul Bilella has a ...

When we think of heart-related emergencies, we often picture heart attacks or strokes. But there’s another silent yet life-threatening condition that gets very little attention- aortic aneurysm.

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork)-- Abdominal aortic aneurysm is a life-threatening condition that affects more than 3 million Americans annually and can kill up to 90% of people who have it, but it's almost ...

Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is one of the most common vascular diseases. In this issue of the Deutsche Ärzteblatt, two articles are dedicated to the currently most pressing aspects of AAA. Special ...