Aortic Aneurysm

Aortic Aneurysm - Symptoms

What are the symptoms of an aortic aneurysm?

An aneurysm may grow gradually over the years and may appear asymptomatic (without symptoms).

Therefore, detecting an aortic aneurysm early may be difficult, due to the initial lack of symptoms. At a later stage, symptoms usually depend on the location of the aneurysm.

1) Abdominal aortic aneurysm

Deep, constant abdominal pain
Pulsations in the abdomen
Throbbing lump in the groin or legs
Lower back pain

2) Thoracic aortic aneurysm (chest)

Deep, throbbing chest pain
Difficulty swallowing
Shortness of breath
Cough and hoarseness

Aortic Aneurysm - Preparing for surgery

Aortic Aneurysm - Post-surgery care

Cardiothoracic Surgery,

Aneurysm,

Aortic Dissection

Article contributed by Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, National Heart Centre Singapore

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