Screening for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms in Women May Save Lives

In 9 out of 10 cases, a burst abdominal aortic artery is quickly fatal for its most common victim: elderly males. A new study — the largest yet performed — now confirms that women over 65 with a history of smoking or heart disease are also at high risk for an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) — supporting the notion that they should also receive ultrasound screening to help spot and correct the dangerous condition.
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