61. Brain Aneurysm And Arteriovenous Malformation Center At MGH/Harvard ~ Cerebrovas The Massachusetts General Hospital Hospital Brain aneurysm / AVM Center Every Friday morning, Center staff members convene at an aneurysm/AVM http://neurosurgery.mgh.harvard.edu/neurovascular/

For patients with aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) as well as other neurovascular problems of the brain and spinal cord. Including the Neurovascular News; - A newsletter with information regarding carotid endarterectomy to prevent stroke, transient ischemic attack or TIA; brain aneurysms; arteriovenous malformations and other vascular lesions affecting the brain and spinalcord with information on the MGH Brain AVM and Aneurysm Center. Appointments or referrals may be made by: Phone: 617.726.3303 Fax: 617.726.7501 E-mail: COgilvy@Partners.Org Neurovascular Surgery: Christopher S. Ogilvy, MD , Director Bob S. Carter, MD, Ph.D. Willam E. Butler, MD Paul Chapman, MD Deidre Buckley, RN clinical coordinator Interventional Neuroradiology: Johnny Pryor, M.D.

62. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Surgery - SCA A public service web page with general information about a medical disease of aortic aneurysms written by a surgical group in Louisville Kentucky. http://www.aorticaneurysm.com/

Open repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Surgery An aneurysm is a swelling or dilation of a weakened wall in an artery. Arterial aneurysms have a tendency to grow and burst causing life threatening bleeding. Treatment of this disease has been ongoing for many years through open surgical repair of the dilated artery. Using an abdominal incision, open surgical repair of abdominal aortic aneurysms allows complete removal of the aneurysm with replacement using a piece of Teflon tubing. Within the last five years a new approach to treating aortic aneurysms has been developed. This is a minimally endoscopic invasive approach that was pioneered by Surgical Care Associates in this area. For more information regarding this endovascular aneurysm repair, please refer to Stent Grafts of Aneurysms. Objective of Procedure Indications for procedure Possible adverse complications Mortality Recovery Questions related to this subject: Depends on size, larger aneurysms have higher rupture rates. All known aneurysms should be followed closely.

63. VascularWeb: Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) occur when a weak area in your aorta expands or bulges. AAA can cause lifethreatening bleeding if the aneurysm bursts but http://www.vascularweb.org/_CONTRIBUTION_PAGES/Patient_Information/NorthPoint/Ab

Vascular Web Provided by the SOCIETY FOR VASCULAR SURGERY Search To VascularWeb Patients and Families Home Vascular Conditions, Tests, and Procedures Links to Other Sites ... Physician Search Print-Friendly Version Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm What is abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)? The aorta is the largest artery in your body,and it carries blood away from your heart. Your aorta runs through your chest, where it is called the thoracic aorta. When it reaches your abdomen, it is called the abdominal aorta. The abdominal aorta supplies blood to the lower part of the body. Just below the abdomen, the aorta splits into two branches that carry blood into each leg. When a weak area of the abdominal aorta expands or bulges, it is called an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). The pressure from blood flowing through your abdominal aorta can cause a weakened part of the aorta to bulge, much like a balloon. A normal aorta is about 1 inch in diameter. However, AAA can stretch the aorta beyond its safety margin. Aneurysms are a health risk because they can burst, or rupture. A ruptured aneurysm can cause severe internal bleeding, which can lead to shock or even death. AAA can cause another serious health problem. Clots or debris can form inside the aneurysm and travel to blood vessels leading to other organs in your body. If one of these blood vessels becomes blocked, it can cause severe pain or even more serious problems, such as limb loss.

64. Artery, Carotid Artery, Carotid Artery Stenosis, Carotid Artery Endarterectomy, Offers information on Carotid Artery Disease, Aortic aneurysm and Lower Extremity Ischemia. Includes diagnosis, symptoms, self care and surgical interventions for treatment. Clinic located in San Francisco, schedule your appointment from the web page. http://users.rcn.com/szarnick/artery.html

Welcome to Dr. Szarnicki's Arterial Disease Page Carotid Artery Disease Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms Lower Extremity Ischemia You may schedule a confidential appointment in my office to explain any topics or treatment options discussed on this page. Carotid Endarterectomy: What is It? A carotid endarterectomy is a surgical procedure in which a doctor removes fatty deposits from one of the two main arteries in the neck supplying blood to the brain. Carotid artery problems become more common as people age. The disease process that causes the buildup of fat and other material on the artery walls is called atherosclerosis, popularly known as "hardening of the arteries." The fatty deposit is called plaque, the narrowing of the artery is called stenosis. The degree of stenosis is usually expressed as a percentage of the normal diameter of the opening. Why is the Surgery Performed? Carotid endarterectomies are performed to prevent stroke. Two large clinical trials supported by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) have identified specific individuals for whom the surgery is highly beneficial when performed by surgeons and in institutions that can match the standards set in those studies. The surgery has been found highly beneficial for persons who have already had a stroke or experienced the warning signs of a stroke and have a severe stenosis of 70 percent to 99 percent. In this group, surgery reduces the estimated 2-year risk of stroke by more than 80 percent, from greater than 1 in 4 to less than 1 in 10. In a second trial, the procedure has also been found highly beneficial for persons who are symptom-free but have a severe stenosis of 60 percent to 99 percent. In this group, the surgery reduces the estimated 5-year risk of stroke by more than one-half, from about 1 in 10 to less than 1 in 20.

65. VascularWeb: Thoracic Aneurysm A thoracic aortic aneurysm (TAA) is a weak area in your aorta in your chest. TAAs can expand or bulge and are lifethreatening if they rupture. http://www.vascularweb.org/_CONTRIBUTION_PAGES/Patient_Information/NorthPoint/Th

Vascular Web Provided by the SOCIETY FOR VASCULAR SURGERY Search To VascularWeb Patients and Families Home Vascular Conditions, Tests, and Procedures Links to Other Sites ... Physician Search Print-Friendly Version Thoracic Aneurysm What is a thoracic aortic aneurysm? The aorta is the largest artery in your body, and it carries blood away from your heart to all the parts of your body. The part of your aorta that runs through your chest is called the thoracic aorta and, when your aorta reaches your abdomen, it is called the abdominal aorta. When a weak area of your thoracic aorta expands or bulges, it is called a thoracic aortic aneurysm (TAA). Approximately 25 percent of aortic aneurysms occur in the chest, and the rest involve the abdominal aorta Sometimes, blood flow forces the layers of the wall of your aorta apart. This is an aortic dissection, and it weakens your aorta and can cause TAA. The separation can extend from your thoracic aorta through your entire aorta and block arteries to your legs, arms, kidneys, brain, spinal cord, and other areas. Over time, the pressure of blood flow can cause the weakened area of your aorta to bulge like a balloon. However, an aneurysm can stretch the aorta beyond its safety margin. Aneurysms are a serious health risk because they can burst or rupture. A ruptured aneurysm can cause severe internal bleeding, which can lead to shock or death.

66. UPHS Radiology Department Official Web Site University of Pennsylvania Medical Center has created an endovascular stent graft and successfully used the device to repair an aortic aneurysm with a minimally invasive procedure. http://www.rad.upenn.edu/IRRelease1.html

Home + Patient Services - General Information - Divisions ... (Intranet Only) INTERNAL USE ONLY For PACS Access Welcome to Penn's Department of Radiology Radiology's Educational Programs Residency Program Fellowship Programs Continuing Education for Physicians Radiology Technologist Education The Department of Radiology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania is a highly specialized, full-service department which strives to meet all patient and clinician needs in diagnostic imaging and image-guided therapies. Our clinical faculty comprised of 70 physicians performs over 300,000 diagnostic studies and therapeutic procedures each year. Penn Radiology is recognized as a world leader in radiological education and research. The educational program features an outstanding residency program, ten clinical fellowships, basic science graduate and post doctoral programs and extensive continuing education activities. Department Happenings Penn Radiology Annual Alumni Reception (Tentative information) Date: Tuesday, November 29, 2005

67. Dr. Koop - Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Abdominal aortic aneurysm is an abnormal ballooning of the abdominal portion of the aorta, which is the major artery from the heart. http://www.drkoop.com/ency/93/000162.html

Home Health Reference Abdominal aortic aneurysm Jul 29, 2005 Search: Dr.Koop MEDLINE Diseases Symptoms Procedures Natural Medicine ... Drug Library Inside DrKoop News Archive Animations Health Videos Health Tools ... Newsletters Abdominal aortic aneurysm Injury Disease Nutrition Poison ... Prevention Abdominal aortic aneurysm Definition: Abdominal aortic aneurysm is an abnormal ballooning of the abdominal portion of the aorta, which is the major artery from the heart. Alternative Names: Aneurysm - aortic Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Abdominal aortic aneurysm involves a dilation, stretching, or ballooning of the aorta. The exact cause is unknown, but risk factors include atherosclerosis and hypertension . Abdominal aortic aneurysm may be caused by infection, congenital weakening of the connective tissue component of the artery wall, or trauma. (An aneurysm caused by trauma is rare.) Abdominal aortic aneurysm can affect anyone, but it is most often seen in men aged 40 to 70. A common complication is rupture. This is a medical emergency where the aneurysm breaks open, resulting in profuse

68. PVSS Atlas- Carotid Endarterectomy Step by step photos of a carotid aneurysm repair. http://www.pvss.org/Cases/Car2/car1.htm

Atypical carotid pathology: A carotid aneurysm. This patient CT Scan is from a 76 year old female who presented with a TIA Exam by the referring physician documented a pulsitle mass. The scan was done to look for a posisble tumor. A duplex (not shown) confirmed the diagosis of a carotid aneurysm and no associated occlusive disease. Home Atlas Series of the Peripheral Vascular Surgery Society Contact Webmaster at www.PVSS.org Last Updated 10/18/99

69. Dr. Koop - Aneurysm In The Brain An aneurysm is an abnormal widening or ballooning of a section of a blood vessel. When an aneurysm occurs in the brain, it is called a cerebral aneurysm. http://www.drkoop.com/ency/93/001414.html

Home Health Reference Aneurysm in the brain Jul 29, 2005 Search: Dr.Koop MEDLINE Diseases Symptoms Procedures Natural Medicine ... Drug Library Inside DrKoop News Archive Animations Health Videos Health Tools ... Newsletters Aneurysm in the brain Injury Disease Nutrition Poison ... Prevention Aneurysm in the brain Definition: An "aneurysm" is an abnormal widening or ballooning of a section of a blood vessel. When an aneurysm occurs in the brain, it is called a cerebral aneurysm. Alternative Names: Aneurysm - cerebral; Cerebral aneurysm Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Aneurysms in the brain occur when there is a weakened area in the wall of a blood vessel. They may occur as a congenital (present from before birth) defect or may develop later in life. A saccular aneurysm (berry aneurysm) can vary in size from a few millimeters to over a centimeter. Giant berry aneurysms can reach well over 2 cm. The aneurysm resembles a sack of blood attached to one side of the blood vessel by a narrow neck. These are more common in adults. Other types of cerebral aneurysm may involve widening (dilatation) of the entire circumference of the blood vessel in an area, or may appear as a ballooning out of part of a blood vessel. These types of aneurysms can occur in any blood vessel that supplies the brain. Trauma and infection, which can injure the blood vessel wall, can cause such aneurysms.

70. Brain & Cerebral Aneurysms (Aneurism) :: Wake Forest Neurosurgery Brain Aneurysm The index of internet resources on Brain aneurysms and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage from the Department of Neurosurgery, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, WinstonSalem, North Carolina. http://www.wfubmc.edu/surg-sci/ns/aneurysm.html

Brain Aneurysm / Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Index Department of Neurosurgery Wake Forest University School of Medicine Neurosurgeons/Referral s AVMs Stroke ... Interventional Neuroradiology Links to information on brain aneurysms and subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH): Subarachnoid Hemorrhage (SAH and ruptured brain aneurysms) Facts from Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center's BestHealth website Subarachnoid Hemorrhage of Unknown Etiology Information about angiogram negative (no aneurysm visible on scans) subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) Non-surgical treatment of brain aneurysms using detachable coils or balloons from Dr. Pearse Morris at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston Salem, NC. U.S. NINDS (National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke) Cerebral Aneurysm Information Page The Aneurysm Support Page from William Maples, Ph.D., at West Georgia College. General information about cerebral aneurysms from Dr. Pile-Spellman Intracerebral aneurysm FAQ (frequently asked questions) by Gary L. Bernardini, M.D., Ph.D. Information about Carotid-cavernous fistulas from Dr. Pearse Morris at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center.

71. Chlamydia Pneumoniae Causes Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Does Chlamydia Pneumoniae Cause Abdominal Aortic aneurysm? http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/CarolASThompson/cpaaa.htm

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72. Aneurysm, Arterial Definition - Medical Dictionary Definitions Of Popular Medica Online Medical Dictionary and glossary with medical definitions. http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=6144

73. Aneurysm, Abdominal Definition - Medical Dictionary Definitions Of Popular Medic Online Medical Dictionary and glossary with medical definitions. http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=6142

74. NeurosurgeryToday.org | What Is Neurosurgery | Patient Education Materials | Cra aneurysm An aneurysm is an abnormal increase in the diameter (dilation) of a blood An aneurysm may also be detected prior to rupture due to pressure on http://www.neurosurgerytoday.org/what/patient_e/cranial.asp

Search: Home What is Neurosurgery AANS National Neurosurgical Procedural Statistics Report Camera Ready Feature Articles ... Find a Board-Certified Neurosurgeon Legislative Activities Library Media Center Research ... Professional Information: AANS.ORG Site Map View Printer Friendly Adult Onset Hydrocephalus Anatomy of the Brain ... Trigeminal Neuralgia Cranial Aneurysm August, 1997 An aneurysm is an abnormal increase in the diameter (dilation) of a blood vessel. These occur in all age groups but the incidence increases steadily for patients over 25 years old. The most devastating consequences of intracranial aneurysms, which often lead to severe disability or death, result from their rupture and bleeding into the space around the brain. A major rupture is often preceded by a "warning leak" which manifests itself as a new or uncharacteristic headache. An aneurysm may also be detected prior to rupture due to pressure on surrounding nerves. The outcome for patients treated before a catastrophic hemorrhage is much better than those treated after, so the need for adequate evaluation of patients suspected of harboring an intracranial aneurysm is of paramount importance. Unruptured intracranial aneurysms can be detected by non-invasive measures, including

75. NINDS Forwarding Page Information page compiled by NINDS, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/ceraneur_doc.htm

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76. USC Center For Vascular Care An aneurysm is another type of disease that affects the arteries. Aorta with aneurysm aneurysms occur most commonly in the abdominal aorta, http://www.surgery.usc.edu/divisions/vas/abdominalaorticaneurysm.html

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm An aneurysm is another type of disease that affects the arteries. It is a localized widening or enlargement of an artery compared to its normal size. An aneurysm is a serious health problem because it may rupture, similar to the bursting of a balloon that has been over inflated. When a blood vessel with an aneurysm ruptures, life-threatening bleeding occurs. Aneurysms can also cause pain from pressure on nearby organs or nerves. Occasionally, debris ( emboli ) contained within the aneurysm can break off and travel to the legs or vital organs, blocking the blood flow to these tissues. Aneurysms occur most commonly in the abdominal aorta, a large blood vessel in the abdomen. Abdominal aortic aneurysms ( AAA's ) most often involve the infrarenal aorta , or that portion of the blood vessel that lies below the takeoff of the arteries to the kidneys ( renal arteries ). About half of AAA's also involve the iliac arteries in the pelvis. Uncommonly, AAA's extend above the renal arteries (suprarenal) and possibly into the chest cavity ( thoraco-abdominal AAA's affect 6-9% of men over 65 years of age. They are twice as common in men than in women. The major risk associated with AAA's is that they have a high propensity to rupture. Ruptured AAA's are the 13th leading cause of death in the United States. They are also the 10th leading cause of death for men over the age of 55. Approximately 30% to 50% of patients with a ruptured AAA die before they ever reach a hospital. Even with surgery, there is 50-70% mortality rate associated with a ruptured AAA. Therefore, early detection and timely repair are paramount to AAA management.

77. Health And Medical Information Produced By Doctors - MedicineNet.com Provides information about the cause, symptoms, and repair of the disease. http://www.medicinenet.com/Script/Main/art.asp?li=MNI&ArticleKey=1951

78. Postgraduate Medicine: Weighing Risks In Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Weighing risks in abdominal aortic aneurysm repair. http://www.postgradmed.com/issues/1999/08_99/gorski.htm

Weighing risks in abdominal aortic aneurysm Best repaired in an elective, not an emergency, procedure Yara Gorski, MD; John J. Ricotta, MD VOL 106 / NO 2 / AUGUST 1999 / POSTGRADUATE MEDICINE CME learning objectives To identify factors involved in the pathogenesis of abdominal aortic aneurysms To understand the relationship between aneurysm size and risk of rupture To recognize cardiovascular disease as the leading cause of death after abdominal aortic aneurysm repair Preview : Surgery is the only effective treatment for an abdominal aortic aneurysm. Unless serious contraindications prohibit it, repair should be undertaken in all patients with a known aneurysm while it is still an elective procedure. Complication and mortality rates increase dramatically when an aneurysm ruptures and surgery becomes an emergency procedure. In this article, the authors discuss what is known about formation and rupture of aneurysms, including patients at risk. In addition, they summarize diagnostic procedures and preoperative, operative, and nonoperative patient care. Gorski Y, Ricotta JJ. Weighing risks in abdominal aortic aneurysm: best repaired in an elective, not an emergency, procedure. Postgrad Med 1999;106(2):69-80

79. Netter Medical Images - Search Results For Aneurysm Vascular Disturbances III Periarteritis Nodosa, aneurysm Anomalous Left Coronary Artery and aneurysm of the Sinus of Valsalva http://www.netterimages.com/image/list.htm?s=aneurysm

80. Mayo Clinic: Aortic Aneurysm - Information And Treatment Options Mayo Clinic provides information on abdominal aortic aneurysm. Learn more about this and other cardiovascular diseases and conditions, and research http://www.mayoclinic.org/aortic-aneurysm/

Home About Mayo Clinic Jobs Contact Us Mayo Clinic Locations: Arizona Florida Minnesota Mayo Clinic ... Medical Services Aortic Aneurysm Aortic Aneurysm Overview Types Causes, Risks and Prevention Diagnosis ... Medical Services Treatment of Aortic Aneurysms at Mayo Clinic (Synonyms: abdominal aortic aneurysm) Successful heart surgery at Mayo Clinic allows Heather Hinton to live a normal life despite rare genetic disorder. Read Heather's story. Medical Edge TV Story See a 90-second story on: Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (opens in new window) December 2003 Mayo Clinic physicians have considerable expertise and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of complex diseases of the aorta, including aortic aneurysms, thoracic aneurysms and dissecting aneurysms. Their experience, along with the most up-to-date technology and techniques, helps Mayo Clinic achieve outstanding results in the repair of aortic aneurysms, and lower mortality for emergency repair of acute aortic dissection and aortic traumatic injuries. Surgeons at Mayo Clinic have helped develop minimally invasive techniques that shorten recovery time and hospital stays for patients. They also offer a viable option for many patients with other chronic illnesses who are at risk for surgical complications. Mayo vascular, cardiac and thoracic surgeons work with cardiologists and other medical specialists as needed to plan care for each patient. Diagnosis In some cases, an aortic aneurysm may be detected during a physical examination. Many are found incidentally during routine medical tests such as chest X-rays and ultrasounds. Mayo Clinic has many tools to accurately diagnose aortic aneurysms.

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