2 results
Natural history
Aneurysms may progress in size as a result of gradual wall weakening [6], with rupture
increases when AAA ... Annual rupture risk ... References: Radiology ... 37:1106-1117 #Management ... #Annual #RuptureRisk
Preoperative Risk Evaluation

Major Pre-Op Questions:
1. Does the patient have any modifiable risk factors that could be
disease b) CHF ... event, follow ACC algorithm ... (>5%): - Aortic ... and undergoing AAA ... medical and surgical management