Aneurysms Flashcards
1
Q
what is an aneurysm
A
bulging of the blood vessel due to weakening of the blood vessel wall
2
Q
where do aneurysms usually occur
A
at bifurcations and junctions (e.g. cerebral aneurysm are most common at the circle of Willis)
3
Q
main causes of artery wall weakness
A
hypertension, trauma, atherosclerosis and hereditary (congenital)
4
Q
risk factors for developing aneurysms
A
smoking, age, hypertension, family Hx and female sex
5
Q
how to identify an aneurysm
A
MRI or CT scan
