This condition is mainly diagnosed by the use of ultra sound, CT and physical examination. The x ray show the aneurysm outline only when it is calcified. It occurs among less than 50 percent of the individuals. The ultra sonography helps to determine the size of aneurysm. It also helps to identify the free peritoneal [...]

The size and symptoms of the triple A condition play a crucial role in the classification of this condition. An aneurysm is defined as an enlargement of aorta more than 3 cm in diameter. However, the normal diameter of aorta is 2 cm. The rupture triple A condition leads to the pain in abdomen, shock [...]

There are some noticeable changes seen in the tunic media and intima. The lipid cells are accumulated in the foam cells. There are free cholesterol crystals in the extracellular fluid. The calcification, thrombosis and ulceration along with the rupture of layers are seen. An inflammatory infiltrate in the adventitia is seen. The tunica media breaks [...]

The exact etiology of this condition is not known. It is a degenerative process. The causative factors can be cigarette smoking and the individuals who smoke have 90 percent more chances of developing a triple A condition. The genetic factors also play a crucial role in the etiology of this condition. It is common in [...]

It is defined as a condition in which there is a swelling of the abdominal aorta. It is also referred as an AAA. The abdominal aorta exceeds its diameter by more than 50 percent. The degeneration of aortic wall leads to this condition but the exact reason is still uncovered. The triple A conditions in [...]