An aortic aneurysm is an abnormal enlargement or bulging of the wall of the aorta. An aneurysm can occur anywhere in the vascular tree. The bulge or ballooning may be defined as a:
An aneurysm can develop anywhere along the aorta:
Genetics and family history of aortic disease contribute significantly to the risk of developing an aortic aneurysm or dissection. In addition to genetic factors and age, people who experience the conditions below have an increased risk of aortic disease.
Symptoms of a thoracic aortic aneurysm (affecting upper part of aorta in chest):
Symptoms of an abdominal aortic aneurysm (affecting lower part of aorta in abdomen):
Early diagnosis of an aneurysm is critical to managing the condition and reducing the risk of rupture. If you have these symptoms, contact us straight away for an appointment.
We love our customers, so feel free to visit during normal business hours.
39 Jalan Kia Peng Garage, Bukit Bintang Street, Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Open today | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm |
We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.