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Aortic Aneurysms | Last Active: Sep 19 4:38pm | Replies (119)Comment receiving replies
@ctflyr thank you . Just got my results back from ultrasound and nurse said no aneurysm. I told her I’m so confused, ct scan showed 3.6 . She said it was a dilation and it is honestly away . I don’t trust that answer . 2 different nurses one said one thing about the CT scan. The other said something about the ultrasound.. both contraindicated their selves . Do they just go away? I’m setting appt with np and let her explain to me .
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@joyebugg....I would take your concerns and confusion directly to your Cardiologist. Nurses are well intended, but not trained or experienced MD's. Aneurysm's typically don't "disappear". It could be errors in reading the scans or it being "hidden" in imaging. You may also consider an alternate CT from another Cardiologist.
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@joyebugg There is error in any aorta measurement. I believe ultrasound can be very inaccurate and is less accurate than CT. This may or may not be part of the confusing story you are hearing from your providers. That said, for my 2 cents, you should definitely track it down until you are satisfied that someone knowledgeable knows about both your MYH 11 and has a good idea of the size of the aneurysm. In your place, I'd consider getting an appointment with someone that has experience operating on these and get their assessment of your situation. Given the MYH 11, I'd be a little concerned about only seeing the NP and never someone with more education and experience. Sounds like you have an appointment already. Good luck!