Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Flashcards
1
Q
define aneurysm?
A
Dilatation of a vessel by more than 50% of its normal diameter
2
Q
What is a true aneurysm?
A
When all 3 vessel wall layers are intact
3
Q
What is a false aneurysm?
A
When there is a breach in the vessel wall
4
Q
name the three types of aneurysm
A
Saccular
Fusiform
Mycotic
5
Q
What is a mycotic aneurysm secondary to?
A
Infection
6
Q
What size of AAA should be intervened with?
A
> 5.5cm
7
Q
Which imaging method recognises a ruptured AAA?
A
CT scan
