Vascular

Question 1

Can you certify Aneurysm > 5.0 cm.

Answer 1

No.

You can after:
At least 3 months after surgical repair. Cleared
by cardiovascular specialist.

Question 2

Which aortic Aneurysm can you certify?

Answer 2

All must be asymptomatic.

Aneurysm < 4.0 cm

Aneurysm 4.0 to <5.0 cm with annual Ultrasound to identify change in size and has clearance from a
cardiovascular specialist

Question 3

Recommend not to certify aortic Aneurysm if

Answer 3

regardless of size:
• Increased> 0.5 cm over 6 months period
• Symptomatic
• Recommendation for surgical repair

Or
•> 4 cm - 5 cm and no medical clearance from a cardiovascular specialist.
• > 5 cm.