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Besides managing BP, what else can slow the growth rate?
Aortic Aneurysms | Last Active: May 6 10:10am | Replies (45)Comment receiving replies
I think it depends on what the goal of the stress test is. I had one after coronary atherosclerosis was discovered during a CAC test. The aortic dilation was discovered at the same time. Yet, I think the stress test was only to identify potential blockages in the coronary arteries. I'm not sure they are given if the only concern is an aneurysm. Have your stress tests been related to aneurysm?
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No ,she (cardiologist) said wasn't sure about. Something.
I was kind number when heard about the aneurysm so I didn't ask what she
wasn't sure of.
Went home decided to phone to see if I could get a more clear answer.
The clinic said I already a consult. And didn't need one. I assume they
to do the nuclear stress test. So another cardiologist to follow p my
aneurysm in April will discuss with.
Thanks for your time
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Correct, the stress test only measures the blood flow and BP during high stress activity which gave me the clearance for the gym and the CT Calcium test found the ectasia. But there is a direct link between BP, Cholesterol and the growth of the dilation. So by measuring the BP during the test my doctor got a better idea of how "stressful" I am when exercising. I can tell you a never ever get up to the point they had me at during the test, I am always in the moderate exercise range rarely in the high intensity.