Abdominal aortic aneurysm

Overview

A localized widening or bulging of the abdominal aorta which is a major blood carrying vessel. A rupture of the weakened bulge is considered very serious because of the large volume of blood carried by this vessel.

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  • Pulsatile epigastric mass
  • Abdominal pain
  • Gastric outlet obstruction
  • Shock
  • Poor peripheral pulses
  • Mild stomach ache
  • Back pain
  • Groin pain
  • Severe abdominal pain #if aneurysm bursts
  • Severe back pain #if aneurysm bursts

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