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  Aortic Aneurysm


An aortic aneurysm is a bulge in the wall of the aorta caused by deposits of cholesterol (atherosclerosis) associated with high blood pressure. Atherosclerotic aneurysms are located commonly in the belly (abdominal aorta) section. In many cases the first sign is life-threatening bleeding that is caused by the breaking open of the lesion.
 
Treatment
Treatment of small aneurysms includes drugs to reduce the blood pressure, relieve pain, and reduce the force of the heart beats. Large aneurysms are removed, and the part of the aorta is replaced with a plastic tube.

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