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Can Coughing Increase Size and Risk of Aortic Anuerysm
Aortic Aneurysms | Last Active: Aug 20 3:15pm | Replies (117)Comment receiving replies
I am 84and have an AAA which needs a repair a type 2 endoleak The aneurism is a sac and the size has increased. Discussion with my doctors tell me it's my decision to repair .So far my decision is not to repair. Although I think about is my decision knowing it I could die if it the pressure explodes. It a difficult operation based on the shape and where the leaks originated. At my request my surgeon did go in to explore a way to stop the leakage The plan is to fill the sac with glue under general anesthesia with incubation. I an now considering a second opinion at Mayo .
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@barry1912
There is a study involving ascending aortic thoracic aneurysms called Arise II.. It is being studied across the country including Cleveland Clinic and Stanford and other multiple sites. It is an endovascular repair done through the groin (femoral
artery) and placement of a tubular graft. Still in early stages, you might be an ideal candidate. Talk with your cardiologist.
@barry1912 I'm new to this group. I have a 5.8 cm complex AAA, and they are going to do a custom-made stent graft, but I worry about them not getting a good seal.... When you say repair, does it mean you had the stent graft surgery, and it is now leaking?
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@barry1912......As you haven't been inclined to do anything up to now, get a second and even a third opinion on this situation. You should have a clear understanding of the risks and reward of what your Doctor is planning for you. There have been older aneurysm patients that have had success with surgery, but each case is unique and outcomes do vary.