Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
What can be done to prevent the disease?
Many times nothing can be done to prevent a thoracic aortic aneurysm. Cases due to syphilis can be prevented with proper
treatment early in the course of the disease. Reducing coronary risk factors can often prevent cases due to
atherosclerosis. This includes not smoking and controlling high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol, if present.
What are the long-term effects of the disease?
Many people with a thoracic aortic aneurysm have no symptoms for many years. However, the long-term effects can be quite serious, and include:
congestive heart failure
heart attack
blood clots
sudden death
Death is usually due to sudden rupture of the aneurysm. The size and underlying
cause of this condition primarily determine the risk of rupture.
What are the risks to others?
A thoracic aortic aneurysm is not contagious and poses no risk to others.
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