Aneurysm
Arteries need to be strong to transport blood through the body at high pressure. If a section of an artery becomes weak, a bulge can form in the artery’s wall. These bulges are called aneurysms. As an aneurysm grows in size, a rupture becomes more likely. If a rupture occurs, uncontrolled internal bleeding and death can result. Fortunately, doctors can prevent aneurysms from rupturing if caught early. For a Spanish-language version of the Guide, click here.
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Dulcinea's Insight
- New procedures for treating aneurysms are being studied in medical institutions around the country. A WebMD video profiles a patient who benefited from a new procedure to repair her abdominal aortic aneurysm by working inside the artery and inserting a stent graft. The new technique decreased the patient’s recovery time by almost three months.
Dulcinea's Picks
For overviews …
NYU Vascular Associates
, a division of New York University Medical Center, has an introduction to aneurysms with a quiz to test whether you’re at risk. Under “Tools & Resources” on the right of the page you’ll find news, upcoming events and a glossary of terms.
Saint Joseph’s Mercy Health Center
Web site has some useful charts comparing the causes and symptoms of different types of aneurysms, along with quality diagrams highlighting their differences.
For children …
Children’s Hospital Boston
provides an overview of aneurysm in children with a focus on the two types of surgeries typically performed to treat them.
For brain aneurysm …
eMedicineHealth
has a comprehensive guide to understanding brain aneurysms that traces through causes, symptoms, exams and tests, prevention and much more.
For aortic aneurysm …
eMedicineHealth
’s aortic aneurysm guide is organized in the same manner as the one for brain aneurysm and covers the same topics, including emergency first aid instructions.
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