Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) & Dissection
Treatment

Aortic aneurysm is a balloon like dilatation of aorta.(main blood vessel supplying blood to entire body), and it keeps on expanding over a period of time.

Aortic aneurysm & Aortic Dissection are serious health problems.Rupture of aortic aneurysm is one of the leading cause of death across world.

Treat before it ruptures….

	Who are at risk?
	Risk Factors-Old age (>60 years) Smokers or Tobacco chewing (Any age group) Diabetes Mellitus High Blood Pressure High blood cholesterol levels, Obesity
	What are the symptoms?
	Sudden,severe abdominal pain With Severe back pain Feeling of swelling/heaviness in stomach Decreased hunger sensations/appetite The diagnosis may be confused with renal stone, gastritis, hernia, or lumbar spine disease.
	How Diagnosis is confirmed?
	Consult A qualified Vascular - Endovascular surgeon immediately. Investigations needed - Ultrasound abdomen/CT scan (as advised by vascular surgeon)
	What if I don’t take treatment? What if it ruptures before treatment?
	If neglected, aneurysm can rupture similar to an expanding balloon, leading to on the spot death of the patient. Patient can die even before reaching to hospital. Treatment options: (Available at very few selected centers across India.) Endovascular Repair (EVAR / TEVAR) Now considered to be the standard of care. Very low mortality rates. Open bypass repair Hybrid approach (Open + Endovascular combination)

Our Results

Before

Deployment of EVAR device

After