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Hi, i was in a car accident in april this year, they found a 4.5 thoracic aortic aneurysm during tests, i am female and 53 years young, im not happy with the cardiovascular doctor i have here, i ask questions but vague answers, just wanting to talk with others with this situation
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Usually, the surgery won’t be scheduled until aneurysm is 5. This is because of the surgical risks and I think Medicare and other insurance companies won’t pay until then. In the meantime, don’t worry about it but have it checked. Mayo checks on mine yearly with either a CT or an MRI. Best to you!
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Hello,
Sounds like the car accident may have saved your life indirectly. Ask more questions of your current Cardiologist. I'm going to guess they screened you in an ER and the Cardiologist is one that was there at the hospital, not one you selected. My Family Doctor referred me to my Cardiologist. He is great. And it took two of them to get one I am happy with. Talk to your Family Doctor and tell him of your diagnosis and ask for a referral. Maybe get a couple of referrals and select the one best for you. Nice thing is your the Cardiologist you select can copy your Family Doctor on test and visit results and have a better idea of your total health.
All the best.
Bruce
Texas