An aortic aneurysm is weakening and/or bulging in aorta, the major blood vessel that branches off from the heart and carries blood to the body. Caused by high blood pressure (hypertension), connective tissue disorders or genetics, the aneurysm can rupture (dissection), causing a life-threatening emergency.
The following departments see patients with an Aortic Aneurysm:
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Cardiovascular Center
A department providing cardiology care for heart and vascular conditions, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and vascular disease, wit…
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Vascular Medicine Center
A center providing vascular care, including diagnosis and treatment for conditions such as peripheral artery disease, aneurysms, and blood vessel disorders, with coordinated servi…
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Interventional Radiology
A program within the Department of Radiology where radiologists provide interventional radiology to diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions using minimally invasive, image-g…