Aortic Aneurysm Treatment

An aortic aneurysm is a bulge or dilation in the wall of the aorta, the body’s main artery.

Common causes include high blood pressure, atherosclerosis, genetic conditions, and trauma.

Many aneurysms are asymptomatic, but large or ruptured aneurysms may cause chest, back, or abdominal pain.

Diagnosis is usually made using imaging tests like ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI.

Treatment includes monitoring, medication, or surgery such as open repair or EVAR (endovascular repair).

Yes, especially when performed by experienced vascular surgeons using advanced techniques.

Open repair can take 2–4 hours, while EVAR usually takes 1–2 hours.

EVAR is a minimally invasive procedure where a stent graft is placed via catheter to reinforce the artery wall.

Most patients recover within 1–2 weeks and resume normal activities quickly.

Small aneurysms may be managed with medication and regular monitoring, but they don’t heal on their own.

Smokers, men over 65, and people with high blood pressure or a family history are at higher risk.

It’s more common in men, but women may have a higher risk of rupture.

Monitoring frequency depends on size and growth rate—typically every 6–12 months.

Generally, surgery is recommended for aneurysms larger than 5.5 cm or those growing rapidly.

Yes, but only low-impact activities and under doctor supervision.

Yes, but usually local or regional anesthesia with sedation is sufficient.

Risks include bleeding, infection, stroke, and damage to nearby organs or vessels.

Yes, Hyderabad has many top hospitals and vascular specialists for this treatment.

Look for experienced vascular or cardiothoracic surgeons with strong patient outcomes and access to modern surgical facilities.

Open surgery involves a large incision and direct repair, while EVAR uses a catheter-based approach with smaller incisions and faster recovery.