Dear K.D.: The aorta is the largest blood vessel in the body that comes directly off of the heart, goes down through the chest and diaphragm via the aortic hiatus, and into the abdomen. From there, it ...

Six hundred fifty-one male patients attending six consultant-led cardiology clinics at Belfast City Hospital from August 2004 to February 2006 received an invitation to be screened for AAA. This was ...

Prevention is an important part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. But when it comes to abdominal aortic aneurysms, or AAA — a leading cause of sudden death in men over 60 — prevention isn’t just ...

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) now recommends screening for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) in older men (age range, 65-75) who have ever smoked (Journal Watch Feb 18 2005). Results ...

Seattle residents 60 or older can get a free abdominal aortic aneurysm screening at the Kmart Pharmacy at 13200 Aurora Ave. N. on Saturday. The ultrasound screenings are available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m ...

For lots of older men working in industry or large factories, having an abdominal aortic aneurysm (or AAA for short) screening appointment may not be at the top of their ‘to do’ list. Although the NHS ...

Dr. Roach: I was offered a low price to get abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening. Is it worthwhile? Who should get screened? — K.D. Answer: The aorta is the largest blood vessel in the body that ...