If the aneurysm is > 5.0 cm and there is a connective tissue disorder present (Marfan’s syndrome, bicuspid aortic valve etc...), then surgical repair is indicated.

Australian radio host Kyle Sandilands announced on air yesterday that he has a brain aneurysm and needs urgent brain surgery.

ANEURYSMS of the thoracic aorta may be of diverse etiology. Atherosclerosis, syphilis, medial degeneration, trauma and occasionally sepsis have been implicated. 1–4 The ... a Grade 3/6 harsh ...

An aneurysm refers to ballooning out of the aorta which causes aortic wall weakening. The aorta may continue to further expand (dilate) or remain unchanged, but close surveillance is necessary. As the ...

Researchers from Sun Yat-sen University and affiliated organizations published data from a study that aimed to assess the role of the TNF receptor-associated factor 6 (TRAF6), E3 ubiquitin ligase ...

The Zenith TX2 TAA Endovascular stent graft is designed as a two-piece modular endograft system for thoracic aneurysm repair application ... lengths from 12.0 to 21.6 cm. The Z-Trak delivery ...

A vena contracta width (VCW) of less than 0.3 cm characterizes mild aortic regurgitation, while a VCW between 0.3 and 0.6 cm indicates moderate ... 2020;34A[e106, 4.3.1). In addition to its ...