Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Flashcards
1
Q
Aortic aneurysm
A
abnormal, localized dilation of an artery that results from weakened arterial walls
2
Q
When does an aortic aneurysm become symptomatic
A
if an aneurysm ruptures/disects
3
Q
How is an aortic aneurysm classified
A
vessel wall involvement, shape, location
4
Q
What is the most common location
A
abdomen
5
Q
What happens if an aneurysm doesn’t stop growing
A
it will rupture
6
Q
s/s
A
back/flank pain, epigastric discomfort, altered bowel elimination, rapid onset of pain, syncope, hypotension, shock, tachycardia, altered LOC
7
Q
When is surgery used as treatment
A
if the diameter measures 5cm or greater
8
Q
What are the types of surgery done
A
open surgical repair and EVAR
