Vascular

Question 1

Screening for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms

Answer 1

Abdominal US for men 65-75 who have ever smoked

Question 2

Abdominal aortic aneurysm < 5cm + asymptomatic

Management?

Answer 2

Monitor

Question 3

When should surgery be considered for Abdominal aortic aneurysm ?

Answer 3

If > 5cm
Growing > 1cm/year
Symptomatic
Ruptured ( severe sudden abdominal, flank or back pain, shock)