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Do I need prompt surgery for a 5.2 cm AAA or a second opinion?

Aortic Aneurysms | Last Active: Feb 11 8:15am | Replies (18)
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Hi, I agree with Moonboy. Get a 2nd opinion ASAP. Surgery is recommended between 5 and 5.5 cm depending upon your health. My father had an aneurysm, so my surgeon said he'll probably do mine when it hits 5 cm.

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jrcollins999 | @jrcollins999 | Dec 4, 2025

@cdt55 I was just diagnosed with an 6cm AAA. Is it urgent that I get surgery?

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