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posted 11/12/2007, comment (1)

What is Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm? Dr. Richard DeMasi Explains

Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is an abnormal expansion in the abdominal portion of the aorta, the largest artery in the body. It develops when the aortic wall weakens and eventually starts to bulge. AAA develops slowly and most often does not cause symptoms. If the aneurysm gets too big, then it can rupture, or tear, resulting in massive... Read moreChevron
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