4 results
Natural history
Aneurysms may progress in size as a result of gradual wall weakening [6], with rupture
increases when AAA ... risk according to abdominal ... References: Radiology ... Brewster DC et al ... #Management #AAA
AAA is defined as a localized balloon-like dilatation of the abdominal aorta greater than 3cm. Risk
intramural thrombus ... for increased diameter ... #Clinical #Radiology ... #Ultrasound #AAA ... #Aortic #Aneurysm
Mechanical Complications in Acute Myocardial Infarction
Acute LV/RV Dysfunction:
 • Regional wall motion, systolic and diastolic function,
Large pericardial effusion ... expanding pericardial effusion ... ratio of neck diameter ... • Stasis and thrombus ... #differential #diagnosis
Preoperative Risk Evaluation

Major Pre-Op Questions:
1. Does the patient have any modifiable risk factors that could be
Diabetes regimen ... one post op Cardiology ... and undergoing AAA ... or upper abdominal ... stratification #diagnosis