Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD The abdominal aorta is a large artery in your belly that carries blood from the ...

Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a common and deadly problem. The aortic diameter increases in association with a complex remodeling process that includes changes in the structure and content of ...

Although an aneurysm can occur in any artery of the body, it is most common in the abdominal aorta and the iliac arteries. While the aorta’s diameter normally ranges from 2-3 cm (1 ½ inches), an ...

The moment Kirsten Dorsey realized she would deliver her second child and have open-heart surgery on the same day, her heart ...

Choosing the right iPhone often comes down to finding the perfect size for your needs. With Apple offering a range of models, from compact designs to the biggest iPhone on the market, knowing the ...

Shortly before Austin Ramirez was named Business Leader of the Year by the Harvard Business Club of Wisconsin, the ...

A CT provides valuable information about your aorta, such as the location and size of an aneurysm or dissection. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or magnetic resonance angiography (MRA), is another ...

The carry-on size limit for many airlines is 22 x 14 x 9 inches. Most domestic airlines do not have a weight limit for carry-on bags. You can typically bring a carry-on bag in addition to a ...

The impact of growth inhibition on the progression of aneurysm expansion is shown in Figure 1, considering three scenarios: 30%, 40%, or 50% inhibition of growth rate. Since most patients with AAA ...