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	Aortic Aneurysm, Marfan Syndrome- Thoracic Aortic Center FAQ
		Aneurysms that involve the part of the aorta in the chest (thorax) are called thoracic aortic aneurysms, whereas those involving the part of the aorta in the belly or abdomen are called abdominal aortic aneurysms.
		It is essential anyone who knows that he or she has a thoracic aortic aneurysm knows the symptoms associated with aortic dissection, and is aware that an urgent assessment in a nearby emergency department and undergoes a CT scan to determine whether or not an aortic dissection has occurred.
		Frequently patients with complex aneurysms also have blockages in the arteries to the kidneys, and such blockages are typically corrected during the operation to fix the thoracoabdominal or abdominal aneurysm; this may improve overall function of the kidneys in certain cases.
	www.mgh.harvard.edu /tac/faq (3372 words)

	Lifespan's A - Z Health Information Library - Thoracic aortic aneurysm (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
		A thoracic aortic aneurysm is a widening (bulging) of part of the wall of the aorta, the body's largest artery.
		The most common cause of a thoracic aortic aneurysms is hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis).
		The long-term prognosis for patients with thoracic aortic aneurysm is determined by other medical problems such as heart disease and diabetes, which may have caused or contributed to the condition.
	www.lifespan.org /adam/healthillustratedencyclopedia/1/001119.html (607 words)

	Thoracic aortic aneurysm
		A thoracic aortic aneurysm is a localized expansion of the wall of the aorta.
		Thoracic aortic aneurysms are caused by hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis), high blood pressure (hypertension), congenital disorders such as Marfan's syndrome, trauma, or less commonly, syphilis.
		Thoracic aneurysms occur in the ascending aorta (25% of the time), the aortic arch (25% of the time), or the descending thoracic aorta (50% of the time).
	www.pennhealth.com /ency/article/001119.htm (623 words)

	eMedicine - Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm : Article Excerpt by: Elaine Tseng, MD
		Aneurysmal degeneration that occurs in the thoracic aorta is termed a thoracic aneurysm (TA).
		Aneurysms that coexist in both segments of the aorta (thoracic and abdominal) are termed thoracoabdominal aneurysms (TAAs).
		Aneurysms involving the ascending aorta may extend as proximally as the aortic annulus and as distally as the innominate artery, whereas descending thoracic aneurysms begin beyond the left subclavian artery.
	www.emedicine.com /med/byname/thoracic-aortic-aneurysm.htm (634 words)

	Aortic Aneurysms
		An aortic aneurysm is a widening, bulge, or ballooning out of a portion of the aorta, usually a weak spot in the aortic wall, causing the vessel to progressively expand to at least 1.5 times beyond its normal diameter of one inch.
		While thoracic aortic aneurysms involve the ascending aorta, arch or descending aorta; abdominal aortic aneurysms affect the part of the aorta in the abdominal cavity.
		TAA is primarily associated with medial necrosis, characterized by degeneration and loss of elastic fibers, smooth muscle cells, and collagen in the middle layer of the aorta and the associated formation of mucous-filled cysts.
	www.uth.tmc.edu /schools/med/imed/med_gen/aortic.htm (761 words)

	Frankford Hospitals - Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
		A thoracic aortic aneurysm, also called TAA, is a bulging, weakened area in the wall of the aorta (the largest artery in the body), resulting in an abnormal widening or ballooning greater than 50 percent of the normal diameter (width).
		The descending thoracic aorta is the most common location of a thoracic aneurysm, followed by the ascending segment, then the arch.
		An aortic dissection begins with a tear in the inner layer of the aortic wall, usually in the ascending or descending thoracic aorta.
	www.frankfordhospitals.org /healthinfo/adult/cardiac/thoracic.html (1867 words)

	eMedicine - Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm : Article by Elaine Tseng, MD
		Surgical treatment of ascending aortic aneurysms depends on the extent of the aneurysm both proximally, ie, involvement of the aortic valve, annulus, sinuses of Valsalva, or sinotubular junction, and distally, ie, involvement to the level of the innominate artery.
		Surgically, descending thoracic aneurysms may be repaired with or without the use of a bypass circuit from the left atrium to the femoral artery or a full cardiopulmonary bypass, depending on the length of the anticipated ischemic cross-clamping and the experience of the surgeon.
		Thoracoabdominal aneurysms, comprising approximately 10% of thoracic aneurysms, may be repaired with the use of a partial bypass of the left atrial artery to the femoral artery.
	www.emedicine.com /med/topic2783.htm (7799 words)

	Aneurysms, Blood Vessel Disorders, THE MERCK MANUAL OF HEALTH & AGING
		Aneurysms can develop in the arteries that lead from the aorta to the leg arteries (iliac arteries), the main arteries of the thighs (femoral arteries), arteries in the neck (carotid arteries—which carry blood to the brain), and the heart's arteries (coronary arteries).
		Aneurysms, particularly abdominal aortic aneurysms, may be found unexpectedly when a doctor performs a physical examination or a test for another reason.
		Whether surgery to repair or remove an unruptured aortic aneurysm is advisable depends on which risk is greater: the risk of surgery or the risk of aneurysm rupture.
	www.merck.com /pubs/mmanual_ha/sec3/ch44/ch44e.html (1389 words)

	University of Chicago Hospitals: Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
		Thoracic aortic aneurysms may be caused by different disease processes, especially in respect to their location.
		Thoracic aortic aneurysms may be asymptomatic (without symptoms) or symptomatic (with symptoms).
		The most commonly reported symptom of an acute aortic dissection is severe, constant chest and/or upper back pain, sometimes described as "ripping" or "tearing." The pain may be "migratory," moving from one place to another, according to the direction and extent of the dissection.
	www.uchospitals.edu /online-library/content=P08258 (1806 words)

	Aortic Aneurysm - Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
		Aneurysms that occur in the section of the aorta that runs through the abdomen (abdominal aorta) are called abdominal aortic aneurysms.
		Aneurysms that involve the aorta as it flows thru both the abdomen and chest are called thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms.
		Thoracic aortic aneurysms are most often caused by atherosclerosis, a hardening of the arteries that damages the artery’s walls.
	www.clevelandclinic.org /heartcenter/pub/guide/disease/aorta_marfan/aorticaneurysm.htm (1578 words)

	Endovascular Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Repairs Save More Lives (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
		Aortic aneurysms develop when a section of the aorta—the largest artery in the human body — becomes weak and expands to form a “bulge.” As the bulge loses strength, it can rupture and cause massive internal bleeding and near-instant death.
		Thoracic aortic aneurysms occur in the section of the aorta that travels through the chest and supplies oxygen-rich blood throughout the body.
		Aortic aneurysms are caused by a number of factors, including hardened arteries (atherosclerosis), massive chest injury and genetics.
	www.uc.edu /news/NR.asp?id=3334 (660 words)

	Treatment Considerations related to Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
		If the aneurysm is in the descending thoracic aorta, surgery is generally delayed until it is about 6 cm in diameter.
		Aneurysms involving the ascending aorta are repaired by cardiac surgeons.
		Aneurysms that involve the chest above the diaphragm may be repaired by cardiac surgeons or vascular surgeons.
	www.mayoclinic.org /aortic-aneurysm/thoracictreatment.html (444 words)

	Minimally Invasive Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Repair
		Thoracic aortic aneurysms cause a bulge in a section of the thoracic aorta and result in a weakening of the main artery that carries blood from the heart to the body.
		Until recently, patients with thoracic aortic aneurysms, pseudo-aneurysms, and injuries to the aorta from trauma, would have needed open surgery for repair — which included a large chest incision and the temporary clamping of the aorta.
		Typically, thoracic aortic aneurysms are diagnosed after a CT or MRI.
	www.umm.edu /heart/mitaar.html?source=google (466 words)

	Aortic Aneurysm
		It is most common in the abdominal aorta, where it is known as abdominal aortic aneurysm (triple AAA).
		A false aneurysm of the artery is contained only by the 2 outer layers of the blood vessel wall and clot.
		The number of aneurysms in the United States is increasing as the population increases and ages.
	www.emedicinehealth.com /aortic_aneurysm/article_em.htm (690 words)

	Aortic Aneurysm - Page 1
		Aneurysms that occur in the abdomen are known as
		The causes and treatments of aortic aneurysms are related to the kind of aneurysm.
		The possible causes of abdominal aortic aneurysms include atherosclerosis, genetic abnormalities and possibly a malfunction of certain tissues caused by inflammation.
	heart.healthcentersonline.com /aneurysm/aorticaneurysm.cfm (445 words)

	Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Offers Less Invasive Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Repair, Robert Wood Johnson ...
		Prior to approval of the GORE TAG device, repair of thoracic aortic aneurysms was limited to traditional open surgical repair, a procedure many patients with complex pre-existing conditions could not endure.
		Patients with a thoracic aortic aneurysm are at risk of death due to internal bleeding resulting from a rupture of their aorta.
		Aneurysms are a result of a weakening of the thoracic aorta, the body's main circulatory vessel.
	www.rwjuh.edu /news/thoracic_aortic_aneurysm.html (828 words)

	What is a Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm? - Maryland Heart Center
		An aneurysm is abnormal widening or ballooning of a portion of a blood vessel.
		The aorta is the largest artery in the body and the primary blood vessel leading from the heart to the body.
		Prevention measures for aortic aneurysms would be the same ones taken to prevent atherosclerosis.
	www.umm.edu /heart/what_taa.html (174 words)

	Detroit, Michigan, MI; New Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Procedure
		Brooks-Mosby was the first patient at Henry Ford to undergo endovascular repair of the thoracic aorta, a procedure that provides a minimally invasive alternative to open surgery for treating TAA, a life-threatening condition in which 3 out of 4 individuals with aneurysms experience no symptoms.
		Henry Ford is the only hospital in the city of Detroit offering endovascular repair of the thoracic aorta, which seals off the aneurysm with a metal stent in the diseased aorta and creates a new path for blood flow.
		Once the stent is correctly positioned in the aorta, it is released and self-expands to the diameter of the aorta, sealing off blood flow to the aneurysm and causing it to eventually shrink and die.
	www.henryfordhealth.org /132212.cfm (484 words)

	Healthopedia.com - Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm: Treatment & Monitoring
		Mild forms of a thoracic aortic aneurysm, especially in those who cannot tolerate major surgery for health reasons, are treated with heart and blood pressure medications.
		Surgery is the treatment of choice if the aneurysm is bigger than 5 to 6 centimeters, or roughly 2 inches wide.
		A person with a thoracic aortic aneurysm that is being treated only with medications needs regular office visits to follow the condition.
	www.healthopedia.com /thoracic-aortic-aneurysm/treatment.html (456 words)

	Healthopedia.com - Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
		An aneurysm is an abnormal widening of a blood vessel.
		The thoracic aorta is the part of the aorta that travels through the chest.
		The larger the aneurysm, the more pressure it puts on the nearby tissues and the greater the risk of rupture.
	www.healthopedia.com /thoracic-aortic-aneurysm (296 words)

	Thoracic aortic aneurysm (Disease)... Fort Lauderdale, Florida (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
		Prevention measures for atherosclerosis, in general, include not smoking, controlling blood pressure and blood lipid levels, and exercising routinely.
		Serious complications after aortic surgery can include:heart attack, irregular heartbeats, bleeding, stroke, paralysis, graft infrection, and kidney damage.
		Death early after the operation may occur in 5-10% of patients.
	www.browardhealth.org /18684.cfm (631 words)

	AllRefer Health - Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Treatment (Aneurysm - Thoracic Aortic, Aortic Aneurysm - Thoracic, ...
		AllRefer Health - Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Treatment (Aneurysm - Thoracic Aortic, Aortic Aneurysm - Thoracic, Syphilitic Aneurysm)
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		Alternate Names : Aneurysm - Thoracic Aortic, Aortic Aneurysm - Thoracic, Syphilitic Aneurysm
	health.allrefer.com /health/thoracic-aortic-aneurysm-treatment.html (427 words)

	Dr. Koop - Thoracic aortic aneurysm
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	Medical Dictionary: Aortic aneurysm, thoracic - WrongDiagnosis.com
		Aortic aneurysm, thoracic: An aneurysm in the proximal portion of the descending aorta proceeding from the arch of the aorta and giving rise to the bronchial, esophageal, pericardiac, and mediastinal branches.
		Thoracic aortic aneurysm - MedPix™ Medical Image Database and Teaching Files
		eMedicine - Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm : Article by Elaine Tseng, MD
	www.wrongdiagnosis.com /medical/aortic_aneurysm_thoracic.htm (190 words)

	Healthopedia.com - Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm - Cardiovascular (Heart and Circulation) Pictures & Images
		Healthopedia.com - Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm - Cardiovascular (Heart and Circulation) Pictures and Images
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		Bulging and Thinning (Aneurysm) of the Thoracic Aorta)
	www.healthopedia.com /pictures/thoracic-aortic-aneurysm.html (174 words)

	University of Maryland Medical Center
		Baltimore, Maryland -- First seen on March 15, 2006, 2006 from 4 to 5 p.m.
		EST, surgeons at the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) in Baltimore performed a thoracic aortic endograft, a minimally-invasive surgery used to repair a thoracic aortic aneurysm.
		Inside a state-of-the-art operating suite, David G. Neschis, M.D., assistant professor of surgery at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (SOM) and chief of cardiac surgery, Bartley P. Griffith, M.D., a professor of surgery at SOM, used a new FDA-approved endovascular graft to prevent an aneurysm in the aorta from rupturing.
	www.or-live.com /umm/1408 (187 words)

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